- 5
Beethoven, Ludwig van.
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
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Description
- A Compleat Collection of Haydn, Mozart, and Beethoven's Symphonies in score...N.o XXV-XXVII [Symphonies Nos.2, in D (Op.36), 1, in C (Op.21) and 3, in E flat ("Eroica", Op.55)], London: Cianchettini and Sperati, [1808-1809]
- paper
first editions of the scores of Symphonies Nos. 1, 2 and 3, 88, 60 and 128 pages, small 4to (24.7 x 18.4cm), plate numbers 25, 26 and 27, engraved throughout, some later manuscript annotations in ink, modern quarter calf, small excision to upper right-hand corner of title of Symphony no.2, a few pages trimmed to plate, light browning
Literature
Kinsky, p. 54
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."
Catalogue Note
These English orchestral scores, derived from the printed parts, predate the German editions by some fourteen years. Beethoven's autograph manuscripts of all three symphonies are lost.