Lot 169
  • 169

Martin, Frank

Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Martin, Frank
  • Autograph musical quotation from "Ouverture en hommage à Mozart", signed and inscribed ("Frank Martin, pour Mr A.R. Davis...1956"), 1 page, on card, c.8.5 x 11.5cm, collector's stamp, no place [probably December 1956]
  • paper

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."

Catalogue Note

The Ouverture en homage à Mozart was commissioned by Radio Geneva for a joint international broadcast, to mark the end of the Mozart bicentenary year.  It was premiered under the baton of Ernest Ansermet on 10 December 1956.