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Rameau, Jean Philippe
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- Rameau, Jean Philippe
- Castor et Pollux, tragédie mise en musique Par Monsieur Rameau [score], Paris: Prault fils, la veuve Boivin, Le Clair, Duval, L'Auteur, [1737]
- paper and ink
first edition, 193 pages, oblong 4to (23.8 x 32.5cm), printed title, engraved music, privilege at end, ownership stamp to title and first page of music ("H. GIAT"), eighteenth-century calf, browning, some wear to binding
Provenance
From the collection of André Meyer (1884-1974).
Literature
BUC, p.871; RISM R 126
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
Regarded as one of Rameau's finest works, the tragédie en musique Castor et Pollux, was first performed at the Paris Opéra on 24 October 1737.