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Handel, George Frideric
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
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Description
- Handel, George Frideric
- Arie dell'Opera di Rinaldo Composta dal Signor Hendel [full score], London: Walsh et Hare, [1711]
- paper and ink
Smith no.3, 67 pages, folio (33.8 x 22cm), engraved throughout, fine illustrated engraved title-page, table of songs and advertisement, modern calf, some light browning, a few tiny marks --Hasse, Johann Adolf. Venetian Ballad's, London: Walsh, [c.1744-1750]; [bound with: ] Duets or canzonets for two voices or two German flutes and a bass, London: Walsh, [c.1755-1759], 6 volumes in one, oblong folio (24 x 32.5 cm)
Provenance
From the collection of André Meyer (1884-1974).
Literature
Smith no.3
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
Rinaldo was Handel's first opera in England (premiered at the Queen's Theatre in the Haymarket, 24 February 1711), whilst on extended leave from the Elector of Hannover. The present edition dates from the year of the first production, whereas most copies offered for sale nowadays date from the revivals of 1714 (or later). This was the first edition to include the expanded version of "Vo' far guerra" ("...With the Harpsicord Peice Perform'd by Mr Hendel", pp.49-52). The opera also contains one of Handel's most sublime arias, the famous "Lascia ch'io pianga".