Lot 96
  • 96

Puccini, Giacomo

Estimate
2,500 - 3,000 GBP
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Description

  • Puccini, Giacomo
  • Fine large autograph musical quotation from La Bohème, boldly signed and inscribed ("...alla Sigra Eugenia Brizzi GiacomoPuccini, 1916 Milano")
  • ink on paper
comprising the opening phrase from the heroine's aria in Act 1, 'Mi chiamano Mimì',  written in black ink on a single hand-drawn stave without words

1 page, c.17.5 x 24cm, on a gilt-edged card, Milan, 1916

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."