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Elgar, Sir Edward
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Elgar, Sir Edward
- Cabinet-style photograph signed ("Edward Elgar") on the image, and inscribed on verso
- card
"to C.A. East, Sep 9 1898, with much love", in black ink, showing the composer in profile
16.7 x 10.8cm, by Elliott & Fry of London, [Malvern], 9 September 1898
16.7 x 10.8cm, by Elliott & Fry of London, [Malvern], 9 September 1898
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
Dr Charles East was Elgar's doctor at the time he composed the "Enigma" Variations, which was begun shortly after he penned this inscription. See C. Kent, Edward Elgar: A Thematic Catalogue and Research Guide (2013) p.476n. East was also particularly important caring for Elgar at the time of The Apostles. See J.N. Moore, Edward Elgar (1984), p.489.