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Leoncavallo, Ruggero
Estimate
2,500 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- Leoncavallo, Ruggero
- Autograph manuscript of the song "Nuit de décembre", signed (“R.Leoncavallo”)
- paper and ink
A setting of a poem by Alfred de Musset (“Je rassemblais des lettres de la veille”), the Stichvorlage; written in black ink, four three--stave systems, some alterations and additions in pencil by the printer, with autograph title: “A Madd.lle Cécile Thévenet Nuit de décembre Fragment de M. de Musset musique de R.Leoncavallo”; marked by and for the printer.
5 pages, large folio, (32.5 x 27.5 cm), with blanks, no place or date c.1899, right-hand upper corner of title-page cut away, some staining consistent with use by the printer
5 pages, large folio, (32.5 x 27.5 cm), with blanks, no place or date c.1899, right-hand upper corner of title-page cut away, some staining consistent with use by the printer
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."