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Handel, George Frideric.
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
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Description
- Collection of first and early editions
1) The Songs in the Ode wrote by Mr. Dryden for St. Cecilia's Day [1739], [Smith no.1], pencil annotation to front free endpaper ("This Oratorio was corrected from Mr: Handel's Score. J.A - ")
2) The Anthem which was Perform'd in Westminster Abby at the Funeral of...Queen Caroline [1743], [Smith no.2], light browning
3) Twelve English Duets for two Voices with a Thorough Bass for the Violoncello or Harpsicord...Book the 2d. [1743], [Smith no.1], dust-staining to title
4) Te Deum et Jubilate, for Voices and Instruments [c.1732], [Smith no.2], rebacked and recornered, retaining contemporary boards
5) Handel's Grand Dettingen Te Deum...Vol.IV, Randall [1769], [Smith no.2]
6) Samson an Oratorio [c.1746, or later], [Smith no.4]
7) Alexander's Feast or the Power of Musick [c.1750], [as Smith no.6, but with word 'Chorus' in the last stave of p.104], contemporary boards, rebacked and recornered
7 volumes in all, folio, engraved music, all by John Walsh, except no.5), modern half calf
2) The Anthem which was Perform'd in Westminster Abby at the Funeral of...Queen Caroline [1743], [Smith no.2], light browning
3) Twelve English Duets for two Voices with a Thorough Bass for the Violoncello or Harpsicord...Book the 2d. [1743], [Smith no.1], dust-staining to title
4) Te Deum et Jubilate, for Voices and Instruments [c.1732], [Smith no.2], rebacked and recornered, retaining contemporary boards
5) Handel's Grand Dettingen Te Deum...Vol.IV, Randall [1769], [Smith no.2]
6) Samson an Oratorio [c.1746, or later], [Smith no.4]
7) Alexander's Feast or the Power of Musick [c.1750], [as Smith no.6, but with word 'Chorus' in the last stave of p.104], contemporary boards, rebacked and recornered
7 volumes in all, folio, engraved music, all by John Walsh, except no.5), modern half calf
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."