L12406

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Lot 231
  • 231

Mozart, Wolfgang Amadeus

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description

  • Mozart, Wolfgang Amadeus
  • Requiem a Canto, Alto, Tenore et Basso, II Violini, II Fagotti, II Corni di Bassetto o Clarinetti, III Tromboni, II Clarini et Timpani, Viola, Basso e Violoncello con Organo. Authore W: A: Mozart, Vienna: Nel Magazino C: R: pr: Stamperie chimica, [1812]
  • paper and ink
first edition of the parts, 18 parts, 4to (34.5 x 23.5cm), lithographed throughout, plate numbers 1806 and 1806-1812, lacking the soprano and alto parts, contemporary wrappers to each part, bearing manuscript titles and stamp ("K Musik V. St Laurenz"), light wear consistent with use, a few small stains, spines strengthened, dust-staining to wrappers

Literature

RISM M 4056; Köchel6, p.729

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."

Catalogue Note

Rare. We have traced no auction record for this rare edition.

Mozart's Requiem was first published in score in 1800, by Breitkopf & Härtel.