Lot 227
  • 227

J.S. BACH, FIRST EDITION OF THE ST MATTHEW PASSION, VOCAL SCORE, BERLIN: 1830

Estimate
2,500 - 3,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Johann Sebastian Bach
  • Grosse Passionsmusik nach dem Evangelium Matthaei....vollständiger Klavierauszug von Adolph Bernhard Marx, BWV 244, Berlin: Schlesinger, 1830
FIRST EDITION OF THE VOCAL SCORE OF THE "ST MATTHEW PASSION", 190 pages, oblong 4to (25.4 x 33.2cm), engraved title, subscription list (3 numbered pages), contents list (verso blank), and music (plate number 1571), publisher's stamp to title, contemporary half calf, ownership inscription to flyleaf ("A. Ergmann"), worn with spine defective, some staining to corners

Literature

RISM B 436; Hirsch, IV, 1136; Fuld, p.171; cf. Hoboken, I, 27 (with 4 uncorrected plate numbers)

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.
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Catalogue Note

This is a good early copy of one of the greatest masterpieces of Western music, with clear impressions and little sign of wear to the engraved plates.