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Bach, Carl Philipp Emanuel
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
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Description
- Bach, Carl Philipp Emanuel
- Sechs Sonaten fürs Clavier mit veränderten Reprisen, Ihro königlichen Hoheit der Prinzessin Amalia von Preussen unterthänigst zugeeignet [Wq.50] Berlin: G.L. Winter, 1760
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First edition, 39 pages, oblong 4to (27.5 x 30.5cms), title within decorated border with lute and music, Bach's dedicatory epistle dated 1 September 1759, his preface dated July 1759, contemporary manuscript annotation to upper cover ("I. No. 3"), backstrip defective, contemporary stiff wrappers, last bifolium becoming detached, binding loose but sound
Literature
Hoboken 179 (plate 20); RISM B 70; Hirsch, iii 26
Condition
Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing, where appropriate.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
This is a fine copy of Bach's Sonatas "with varied reprises", with deep impressions on thick, good quality paper. It contains Bach's famous preface explaining the purpose of his "varied reprises".