Lot 181
  • 181

Respighi, Ottorino

Estimate
600 - 800 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Respighi, Ottorino
  • Autograph musical quotation from "Le fontane di Roma" signed and inscribed ("Ottorino Respighi")
  • paper
the opening theme for oboe, comprising two bars notated in dark brown ink on a single hand-drawn stave, describing the fountains near the Villa Giulia at dawn

1 page, 4to (c.17.5 x 20.5cm), Rome ("San Pietro"), 1 September 1935

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."