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Schumann, Clara, (1819-1896)
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
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Description
- Schumann, Clara
- Two autograph letters signed ("Clara Schumann"), to Jakob Rosenhain and Frau Hofmann, 8 February 1870 and 7 June 1880
- ink on paper
the letter to Rosenhain, thanking him for his friendly words, describing the success of some dazzling concerts she gave in Berlin and Vienna, informing him of her departure for England the next day, expressing her dread of the climate there, and mentioning her rheumatism; the letter to Frau Hofmann discussing an invitation to a performance of Schumann's opera Genoveva ("...ich habe in Berlin und Wien brillante Concerte gegeben...")
6 pages, various 8vo sizes, integral autograph address panel to the earlier letter, a few later pencil annotations, Düsseldorf, 8 February 1870 and Frankfurt, 7 June 1880, light browning to earlier letter
6 pages, various 8vo sizes, integral autograph address panel to the earlier letter, a few later pencil annotations, Düsseldorf, 8 February 1870 and Frankfurt, 7 June 1880, light browning to earlier letter
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."