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Gershwin, George
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 USD
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Description
- photo - ink and paper
Autograph inscription signed ("George Gershwin") beneath the frontispiece photographic portrait of the composer from the program of the original Broadway production, with the facing title-page (together 12 x 17 in.; 305 x 432 mm), n.p., 31 March 1936; some fraying at edges, glue stain in upper left corner of frontispiece. Matted, framed and glazed.
Condition
Condition as described in catalogue entry.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
A large.bold inscription: "For Kathleen — Try this on your piano — with best wishes. George Gershwin. Mar. 31, '36." The original Broadway production of Porgy and Bess opened in October 1935 and closed shortly before this program was inscribed.