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Strauss, Richard
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1,500 - 2,000 GBP
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Description
- Strauss, Richard
- Fine autograph letter signed ("DRichardStrauss"), about music under the Nazis
- ink on paper
to an unidentified member of the Nazi Kulturgemeinde, about "Herrn von K.", noting the difficulties his correspondent has had, enquiring why they threaten Herr v K's position ("...wie so ist der Berufstand von Herrn von K. bedroht?..."), and why the Reichskulturgemeinde is unwilling to promote contemporary works ("...Warum soll die N.S. Kulturgemeinde nicht zeitgenössische Musikfeste veranstalten...)", also discussing Abendroth, and Haas of the Allgemeine Deutsche Musikverein, concluding with the Nazi salutation ("Heil Hitler"), 2 pages, 8vo, printed stationery of the "Hotel Vier Jahrzeiten", Munich, 23 January 1935
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
Karajan sought the position of Generalmusikdirektor at the Aachen Opera and had joined the Nazi Party there. Strauss resigned from the post of President of the Reichsmusikkammer in July 1935.