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Bach, Johann Sebastian
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- Bach, Johann Sebastian
- Preludes et fugues pour le forte-piano dans tous les tons, tant majeurs que mineurs...I Partie [the "48", Book 2, BWV 870-893], Paris & Bonn: N. Simrock, [c.1802], with nineteenth-century editorial annotations
- ink and paper
First edition, second issue of "Das Wohltemperierte Clavier", Book 2, 97 pages, oblong 4to (23.5 x 27cms), engraved throughout, plate no.138 (missing on p.7), publisher's advertisement on page 1 (includes Simrock's edition of Beethoven's Concerto op.15 and String Quartets op.18), nineteenth-century green cloth-backed boards, gilt title to spine, early annotations by an unidentified hand in brown ink throughout, possibly for a subsequent French edition, including tempo, metronome and dynamic markings, title priced in manuscript, some browning, creasing and small tears to p.7/8, [cf. Hoboken 97 (plate 13); Fuld p.117-118; RISM B 497]
Condition
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"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."