Schubert, Franz Theodor (father of the composer, 1763-1830)

for Ferdinand Heinze, confirming that he had followed the various courses prescribed for first and second grade classes, made rather good progress and behaved well ("...hat die Schule während mehrerer Curse besucht, in den...einen z. guten Fortgang gemacht, und sich in den Sitten wohl verhalten...")

1 page, folio (34 x 20.5cm), papered seal, Rossau (Vienna), 12 May 1827, folded horizontally

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.
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RARE. Autograph documents by the schoolmaster father of the great composer are of great rarity.  The present school report (not published by Deutsch) was produced by Franz Schubert senior in his capacity as schoolmaster in the Viennese suburb of Rossau, where he worked from 1817 to his death in 1830.