Part I – Autographs, Prints, Photos, etc.
ARBÓS, Enrique Fernández. Autograph Musical Quotation
Signed. 1911. see illustration
The Spanish violinist and conductor (1863-1939) studied
with Monasterio, Vieuxtemps and Joachim. He taught violin at the
Madrid Conservatory, as well as the Royal College of Music in
London. He was appointed conductor of the new Madrid Symphony
in 1904. On a card he has drawn a staff and written 4 bars of
a work he identifies as "Bolero." He has signed "E.
Fernandez Arbós" followed by the date. Very attractice
and quite scarce. (5 1/2 x 3 1/2 inches) $275.00
AUER, Leopold. Autograph Letter Signed. 1929. see illustration
The great Hungarian violinist and pedagogue (1845-1930),
studied with Dont and Joachim. He was professor at the newly formed
Conservatory in St. Petersburg and became one of the most famous
violin teachers in Russia and the rest of the world. He has written
from New York in English to My Dear ?, "Sorry that my writing
on the Photo came out so badly. As for my pastime I try to remember
the time when I was of your age" He boldly signs " L.
Auer." Written the year before he died. (5 1/8 x 8 1/8
inches, folds) A wistful sounding letter of remembrance. $325.00
BAZZINI, Antonio. Autograph Musical Quotation Signed. 1888. see illustration
The Italian violinist and composer (1818-1897) had played
for Paganini when he was 18. He taught at the Milan Conservatory
from 1873 and became it's director in 1882. His most famous work
for the violin is the Ronde des lutins (Rond of the Goblins).
On an album leaf, he has drawn a staff and written three bars
of music. Signed "A. Bazzini" followed by the place
and date. Bazzini musical quotations are scarce. (6 3/8 x
4 1/8 inches) $450.00
BECKER, HUGO. Autograph Letter Signed. 1902.
The great German cellist (1863-1941), a student of Grützmacher
and Piatti, was not only a famous soloist, but also a fine ensemble
player, for many years a member of the Marteau-Dohnanyi-Becker
trio. He has written to the esteemed conductor, "Actually,
I would have several talented and qualified young cellists which
could meet your requirements. Yet these budding musicians want
to continue with their studies as long as possible, just like
Boris Hamburg. Therefore, I am very sorry that at the moment I
do not have a student who is ready to stand on his own feet."
Very boldly signed "Hugo Becker." (5 1/2 x 8 1/2
inches, folds, sl. tears) The first Becker letter I have
had in 8 years. Scarce. $300.00 Sold!
BETTI, Adolfo. Autograph Letter Signed.
The wonderful Italian violinist (1873-1950), was a student
of Cesar Thomson. He was the first violinist of the Flonzaley
Quartet from 1903 until it disbanded in 1929. He has written to
Dr. Keffer a letter about an appointment and about sending a package,
and signed "Adolfo Betti." (7 1/4 x 10 1/2 inches,
folds) $150.00
BLOCH, Ernest. Signed Photo. 1933. see illustration
The great Swiss-born American composer of Jewish ancestry
(1880-1959), studied the violin with Ysaye in Brussels. His most
famous work is Schelomo for cello and orchestra. He is shown 3/4
length, seated at a window, looking out into space. He has inscribed "with all my love, and signed "Ernest Bloch" followed
by the place and date. (the image is 6 3/4 x 11 inches, matted
and framed to 11 3/4 x 16 inches, a small tear at the edge of
the photo, and a small tear through the mat which goes through
the inscription, neither imperfection effects the overall impact
of the photo) Quite stunning and scarce. $750.00 Sold!
BRISTOW, George. Etching. 1879. see illustration
The American violinist (1839-1896) was also a pianist and
composer, as well as a singing teacher in the New York State Schools.
(7 1/4 x 10 inches) $85.00
BRUCH, Max. Important Autograph Note On His Visiting Card.
The great German composer (1838-1920), whose works included
the two great violin concertos, the Scottish Fantasy, and Kol
Nidrei for cello and orchestra. He has written on his printed
visiting card a short letter to a friend, mentioning Sarasate
and Brahms, "The German Brahms treats me like dirt ["en
canaille"] and the Spaniard Sarasate loves me and carries
my works throughout the whole world what a contrast!" Signed M. Bruch. In German. (3 3/4 x 2 1/4 inches) Scarce
with this kind of musical content. $475.00 Sold!
BURMESTER, Willy. Signed Postcard Photo. 1922. see illustration
The brilliant German violinist (1869-1933) was a student
of Joachim. From 1886 he made frequent concert tours throughout
Europe and America. Signed "Willy Burmester" in pencil
vertically across the postcard. Scarce. (3 3/8 x 5 3/8 inches) $175.00
BURMESTER, Willy. Autograph Musical Quotation Signed.
1898. see illustration
The brilliant German violinist (1869-1933) was a student
of Joachim. From 1886 he made frequent concert tours throughout
Europe and America. On the verso of his printed visiting card
he has drawn a staff and written two bars of music. Signed "Willy
Burmester" followed by the place and date. Rather scarce. (3 7/8 x 1 5/8 inches) $150.00
BUSCH, Adolf. Signed Postcard Photo. 1929. see illustration
The noted German violinist (1891-1952), was founder of
the Busch Quartet and the Busch Trio, with his brother Hermann
on cello, and his son-in-law Rudolf Serkin on piano. He organized
the Marlboro School of Music in 1950. A wonderful scarce image
of the great violinist shown playing the violin, signed "Adolf
Busch" followed by the date. (5 1/2 x 3 1/2 inches) $600.00 Sold!
CASADESUS, Henri. Autograph Musical Quotation Signed. 1918. see illustration
The French violinist (1879-1947), sudied with Lavignac
and Laforge in Paris. He was a member of the Capet quartet from
1910-1917, and a founder and director of the Societe Nouvelle
des Instruments Anciens, in which he played viola d'amore. His
collection of rare and ancient instruments are in the museum of
the Boston Symphony. He has drawn a staff and written 5 bars of
music, inscribed and signed "Henri Casadesus" with the
date. (8 3/4 x 7 inches, with a stain from a newspaper clipping
about a concert held for war charities at which he played the
viola d'amore on the left side of the iscription and key signature) $160.00
CASALS, Pablo. Signed Photo. see illustration
An absolutely stunning photo of the great cellist, shown
head and shoulders, possibly in his 30's or 40's. Inscribed and
signed along the bottom margin "Pablo Casals." (8
x 10 in., very minor surface wear) One of the nicest photos
of Casals I have seen. $700.00
CASALS, Pablo. Signed Postcard Photo. see illustration
A great early photo of the great cellist, with lots of
hair (!), shown seated, holding his cello and bow. Signed along
the bottom of the photo "Pablo Casals." (mounted
and framed, the frame is 5 1/2 x 7 1/2 inches, matted to 3 1/2
x 5 1/2 inches, pin hole at top of card) Signed photos
of Casals with his cello, especially such an early image, are
very scarce. $650.00 Sold!
CASALS, Pablo. Signed Photo. 1930. see illustration
A wonderful photo of the great cellist, shown seated, playing
the cello. Inscribed and signed along the bottom of the photo "Pablo Casals." (5 3/4 x 8 1/4 inches, several small
creases, sl. trimmed, doesn't lie flat, but that won't affect
anything if it is matted and/or framed) Signed photos of
Casals with his cello are very scarce. $650.00
CASALS, Pablo. Signed Photo. see illustration
A wonderful photo of the great cellist, shown 3/4 length
standing, grasping his hands, smoking his pipe. Signed along the
bottom "Pau Casals." (7 1/4 x 9 1/2 inches, minor
surface wear) $650.00 Sold!
CASALS, Pablo. Signed Photo. 1963. see illustration
A stunning photo of the great cellist, shown seated in
a head and shoulders portrait, smoking his pipe. Inscribed and
signed "Pablo Casals" followed by the date. (8 x
10 inches, edges sl. worn) A wonderful and elegant photo,
taken when he visited the United Nations in 1958. $750.00 Sold!
CASSADÓ, Gaspar. Autograph Musical Quotation Signed.
1939. see illustration
The distinguished Spanish cellist (1897-1966), a student
of Casals, made his New York debut in 1936. He composed
many works for the cello which are still performed today.
He has drawn a staff and written the four open strings of the
cello. Signed "G Cassadó" followed by the date.
Cassadó autographs are quite scarce. (6 x 4 3/8
inches, 3-hole punch paper) $175.00 Sold!
CHAMBER MUSIC GROUPS. Signed Photos of Various Chamber Music
Groups.
The groups available are: Arditti Quartet; Lindsay Quartet;
Trio di Trieste Sold! see illustration; Trio d'Archi di Chicago; Lasalle Quartet; Petersen
Quartet. each $45.00
CORELLI, Arcangelo. Engraving. c. 1820. see illustration
A wonderful portrait of the great violinist and composer
(1653-1713), famous as a virtuoso on the violin, and regarded
by many as the founder of modern violin technique. (7 7/8
x 9 7/8 inches, sl. wear, sl. tear at upper left, not affecting) $150.00
CORIGLIANO, John. Signed Photo. 1969. see illustration
The American violinist (1901-1975) was a student of Auer.
He was concertmaster of the New York Philharmonic for 23 years.
He is shown 3/4 length seated holding his violin and bow. Boldly
inscribed and signed "John Corigliano" followed by the
date. (7 1/2 x 9 ? inches, a little wear and buckling,
signed in a messy white pen of some kind, some skipping and fading
of writing) Uncommon. $125.00
DAVID, Ferdinand. Autograph Musical Quotation Signed. 1856. see illustration
The great violinist has written 12 bars of a "Canone
a 2" for violin on 2 staves. Inscribed and signed "Ferdinand
David", with the place and date, on an album leaf with decorated
borders. (8 3/4 x 4 1/4 in., the "David" in the
signature is scrawled into the border) $400.00
DAVID, Ferdinand. Autograph Letter Signed. 1871. see illustration
The great German violinist (1810-1873), a student of Spohr
and Hauptmann and the first performer of Mendelssohn's E minor
concerto, was the teacher of Joachim and Wilhelmj. David has written
to Esteemed Madam, "Please kindly accept the enclosed gift
as a small token of my respect...Any time, at your convenience,
I am ready to settle the capital amount." Signed "Ferdinand
David" followed by the place and date. (1 page, 5 5/8
x 8 5/8 inches, folds, small split on one of the folds) $200.00 Sold!
DAVIDOFF, Carl. Autograph Musical Quotation Signed. 1886. see illustration
The outstanding Russian cellist (1838-1889) studied with
Heinrich Schmidt and Karl Schuberth. In 1860 he was appointed
as instructor at the Leipzig Conservatory and played in the Gewandhaus
Orchestra. From 1862-1887 he was professor at the St. Petersburg
Conservatory. He was a prolific composer. He has written on a
large album leaf 4 bars for cello. He has inscribed and boldly
signed "C Davidoff" followed by the place and date. (6 x 8 inches) Very scarce. $550.00
DE BERIOT, Charles. Autograph Letter Signed. 1832. see illustration
The celebrated violinist (1802-1870), studied with Jean-Francois
Tiby and laterAndré Robberechts. He performed in public
at the age of nine. He became solo violinist to King William I
of the Netherlands, and was head of the violin faculty of the
Brussels Conservatoire from 1843-1852, when he was forced to retire
because of failing eyesight. Beriot occupies an important place
in the history of violin playing. He adapted the technical brilliance
of Paganini to the elegance of the Parisian style, modernizing
the French school, and actually developed the Franco-Belgian School.
He writes to the French tenor Pierre Begrez, "My close friend
Mr. Robberechts who sent you this letter has agreed to London''s
[request] to give a concert there. I recommend him to you as my
old violin master and absolutely known as a compatriot. His great
talent and kindness convince me that you will do for him as you
have done for me with so much obliging and friendship. This occasion
gives me the pleasure to remember myself to you and remind you
of my sincere fondness." With the integral address leaf.
Dated and signed "C De Beriot." In French.
(8 1/2 x 10 1/2 inches, sl. wear, folds) A very interesting
musical association. Letters of De Beriot with good content are
scarce. $400.00 Sold!
DRDLA, Franz. Autograph Musical Quotation Signed. Vienna, April
20, 1927. see illustration
The great Bohemian violinist (1868-1944), was a student
of Hellmesberger, Jr. On an album leaf, he has written three bars
of his famous "Serenade", and signed "Franz Drdla". (7 1/2 x 4 1/2 inches) $250.00
ENESCO, Georges. Signed Portrait. see illustration
The great violinist, conductor, pianist and composer (1881-1955),
studied violin with Marsick and composition with Faure and Massenet.
His pupils included Menuhin, Grumiaux, Gitlis and Ferras. He made
his US debut with the Philadelphia Orchestra in 1923, appearing
as violinist, conductor and composer. He has signed this portrait
showing him playing the violin, sitting at the piano"Georges
Enesco." (8 1/4 x 5 3/8 inches, sl. wear to portrait) $425.00
ENESCO, Georges. Signed Program. 1939.
The great violinist, conductor, pianist and composer (1881-1955),
studied violin with Marsick and composition with Faure and Massenet.
His pupils included Menuhin, Grumiaux, Gitlis and Ferras. He made
his US debut with the Philadelphia Orchestra in 1923, appearing
as violinist, conductor and composer. He has signed this program
of him conducting the New York Philharmonic "Georges Enesco."
(6 x 9 inches, some wear, folds) $150.00
ERNST, Heinrich Wilhelm. Signed Lithograph. 1842. see illustration
The great Moravian violinist (1814-1865), also a brilliant
violist who played Berlioz's Harold in Italy under the composer's
direction in 1842, was acknowledged as the greatest violin virtuoso
of his time after Paganini had died. He has inscribed this wonderful
Kriehuber lithograph to Wilhelm Speyer, the Austrian violinist,
signed it H W Ernst, and added the date. (9 ? x 11 ? inches,
some minor wear) I have only seen three signed lithographs
of Ernst. Extremely scarce. $2000.00
ERNST, Heinrich Wilhelm. Autograph Musical Quotation Signed. see illustration
The great Moravian violinist (1814-1865), also a brilliant
violist who played Berlioz's Harold in Italy under the composer's
direction in 1842, was acknowledged as the greatest violin virtuoso
of his time after Paganini had died. On a cut page, the virtuoso
has drawn a staff and written 4 bars of music. Boldly signed "HW
Ernst". Ernst quotes are extremely scarce. (8 1/4x 3
3/8 inches, some minor wear) $750.00
FLESCH, Carl. Signed Postcard Photo. 1928. see illustration
The celebrated Hungarian violinist and pedagogue, (1873-1944)
studied with Grün, Sauzay and Marsick. He taught for many
years at the Curtis Institute and the Hochschule für Musik
in Berlin. He has inscribed this head and shoulders photo, shown
holding his violin, to Orlando Cole the longtime professor of
cello at the Curtis Institute, and signed "Carl Flesch" followed by the date. (3 1/2 x 5 1/2 inches, minor wear
around edges and sl. crease at bottom, not affecting) Flesch
signed photos are uncommon. $425.00
FOLDESY, Arnold. Signed Photo. 1918. see illustration
The great Hungarian cellist (1882-?) was a student of Popper,
Hugo Becker and Robert Hausmann. He made his first public appearance
at the age of 7, and took the audience by storm. Afterwards, he
received many engagements, including playing at a concert conducted
by Arthur Nikisch. He made his first appearance in England in
1902. According to van der Straeten, "his technique is phenomenal
and his tone is good; in fact, he is a veritable Paganini on the
violoncello" He was the predecessor to Piatigorsky as principal
cellist of the Berlin Philharmonic. He has signed this lovely
photo, showing him head and shoulders, with a cigarette in one
hand and a book (?) in the other. Signed "Arnold Foldesy" followed by the place and date. (5 3/4 x 9 inches, damaged
on the side of the photo, plus pin holes on the corners and edges,
a couple of stains) $150.00 Sold!
FRANCESCATTI, Zino. Typed Letter Signed.
The great French violinst has written a letter about a
concert which will include the Bach Concerto in A Minor at the
Concerts Colonne. Signed "Zino Francescatti." (5
3/8 x 8 3/8 inches, fold) $125.00
FUCHS, Joseph. Signed Photo. 1948. see illustration
The great American violinist and teacher (b. 1900), was
a student of Kneisel. He was concertmaster of the Cleveland Orchestra
from 1926-1940, and joined the faculty of Juilliard in 1946. He
is shown in a half-length portrait playing the violin. He has
inscribed and signed "Joseph Fuchs" followed by the
date. Uncommon. (10 1/4 x 8 inches, some edgewear and creasing,
reflected in the price) $175.00
GANZ, Leopold. Lithograph. see illustration
The German violinist (1810-1869) toured with his brother
Moritz, a cellist. (9 1/2 x 11 inches, foxing) $85.00
GARBOUSOVA, Raya. Signed Photo. 1938. see illustration
The great Russian-American cellist (1909-1997) was a student
of Becker, Casals and Alexanian. She was a close friend of Feuermann
and Piatigorsky, and loved by all musicians. The Barber concerto
was written for her. She was one of the most important cellists
and most loved and respected musicians of the 20th century. She
is shown in this gorgeous photo holiding her cello, with the face
of an angel. She has inscribed and signed "Raya Garbousova" followed by the date. (8 x 10 inches, 3 small chips
on the edges, a bit wavy, but could be matted flat) $375.00
GASSNER, Ferdinand Simon. Lithograph. see illustration
The Austrian violinist (1798-1851) gave a concert at Giessen
which was so successful that he was appointed as director of music
at the University of the town. (6 1/2 x 8 inches, some foxing) $65.00
GERARDY, Jean. Signed Postcard Photo. 1910. see illustration
The great Belgian cellist (1877-1929)is shown in a head
and shoulders portrait on an Italian postcard. Signed "Jean
Gerardy" followed by the date. (5 3/8 x 3 1/2 inches,
some wear) $135.00
GIMPEL, Bronislaw. Signd Photo. 1947. see illustration
The great Austrian-born, American violinist (1911-1979) studied
with Pollack in Vienna and Flesch in Berlin. In 1937 he emigrated
to the US. He was concertmaster of the Los Angeles Philharmonic
from 1937-1942. In 1962 he organized the Warsaw String Quartet.
He was in the Warsaw Piano Quartet with the pianist Wladyslaw
Szpilman, about whom the 2002 movie "The Pianist" was
made. The violinist is shown head and shoulders in playing position.
Inscribed and signed (Bronislaw Gimpel" followed by the date.
(10 x 8 inches) Very scarce. $250.00 Sold!
GLAZOUNOV, Alexander. Signed Postcard-Size Photo with Autograph
Musical Quotation Signed. 1938. see illustration
The eminent Russian composer (1865-1936) studied with Rimsky-Korsakov,
and composed his first Symphony at the age of 16. He was a professor
of composition and orchestration at the St. Petersburg Conservatory.
On the right edge of a postcard-sized head and shoulders portrait,
he has inscribed and signed "Alex. Glazounov" followed
by the date vertically along the right edge of the photo. On the
left side of the photo he has written a long one bar of music,
marked Allegro at the top and glissando at the bottom. Musical
quotations and signed photos of Glazounov are quite scarce. (3
1/2 x 5 1/2 inches) $1000.00
GORDON, Jacques. Signed Portrait. 1926. see illustration
The great Russian-American violinist (1899-1948) was a
student of Kneisel. He was concertmaster of the Chicago Symphony
from 1921-31. He played in the Bershire String Quartet, and founded
the Gordon String Quartet in 1930, leading it until 1947. He has
inscribed and signed "Jacques Gordon" followed by the
date under this portrait of him playing the violin. (7 1/2
x 9 1/2 inches) $150.00 Sold!
GORDON, Jacques. Autograph Musical Quotation Signed. 1936. see illustration
The great Russian-American violinist (1899-1948) was a
student of Kneisel. He was concertmaster of the Chicago Symphony
from 1921-31. He played in the Bershire String Quartet, and founded
the Gordon String Quartet in 1930, leading it until 1947. He has
drawn a staff and written two bars of the theme of the Beethoven
Concerto. Boldly signed "Jacques Gordon." (4 1/2
x 3 1/2 inches) $85.00
HALIR, Carl. Autograph Musical Quotation Signed. 1905. see illustration
The Bohemian violinist (1859-1909) was a student of Bennewitz
and Joachim. He introduced the Lalo concerto to Paris. He was
leader at the Bayreuth Festival. In 1893 he became de Ahna's successor
in the Joachim quartet. He excelled both as virtuoso and chamber
music player. He writes a line of music in pencil. $175.00
HARRISON, Beatrice. Autograph Musical Quotation Signed. 1924. see illustration
The wonderful English cellist (1892-1965) studied at the
Royal College of Music in London, and then with Hugo Becker. She
made her first performance as soloist with orchestra at the age
of 14, and was the winner of the prestigious Mendelssohn Prize.
On an album leaf, she has written two bars of the Dvorak Concerto,
and has signed "Beatrice Harrison." (5 ? x 7 7/8
in) Very scarce. $350.00
HARRISON, May. Autograph Musical Quotation Signed. see illustration
The wonderful English violinist (1891-1959), sister of
the cellist Beatrice Harrison, was a student at the Royal College
of Music in London. She studied with Arbos, Rivarde and Auer.
At age 18, she took Kreisler's place at a Mendelssohn Festival
at Helsingfors, and in 1909 appeared with the Berlin Philharmonic.
On an album leaf, she has written the first three bars of the
Bach Chaccone, which she has identified. She has also written "Only great and good art can be truly loved." (Ruskin),
and "Forget-me-not." Boldly signed "May Harrison."
(5 1/8 x 7 7/8 inches) Very scarce. $300.00
HARTMANN, Arthur. Signed Cabinet Photo. 1908. see illustration
The noted American violinist (1881-1956), a pupil of Loeffler,
had played practically the entire modern violin repertoire by
the time he was 12. A scarce original cabinet portrait photo of
the violinist, shown in right profile wearing a hat. With a large
inscription and signature "Arthur Hartmann" dated, probably
in another hand. (4 1/4 x 6 1/2 inches, photo is a bit light) $150.00 Sold!
HEIFETZ, Jascha. Signed Photo. 1920. see illustration
A great early Mishkin photo of Heifetz shown seated, holding
his violin, Inscribed and signed "Jascha Heifetz" followed
by the date. A very large inscription and signature, in bright
white ink, taking up almost half of the photo. (5 x
7 inches, minor edge wear) $1000.00 Sold!
HEIFETZ, Jascha. Signed Photo. 1920. see illustration
A great early photo of Heifetz in a head and shoulders
portrait. Very boldly signed "Jascha Heifetz" followed
by the place and date. (4 x 6 inches, signed in white ink,
damage to the edges of the photo, but a great photo and signature) $850.00 Sold!
HEIFETZ, Jascha. Signed Photo. 1924. see illustration
A wonderful early photo of Heifetz shown seated, holding
his violin and bow under his arm. Inscribed to Mr. C. J. Vosburgh,
manager of the Cleveland Orchestra, and very boldly signed "Jascha
Heifetz" followed by the place and date. (6 1/2 x 8 1/2
inches, sl. tears to edges, not affecting) An incredible
pose, with the steeliest eyes you can imagine. One of the boldest
signatures I've seen in a Heifetz signed photo. Signature is 4
? inches long. $1000.00 Sold!
HEIFETZ, Jascha. Signed Photo. 1938. see illustration
A wonderful head and shoulders photo of Heifetz shown holding
his violin. Inscribed and boldly signed "Jascha Heifetz" followed by the place and date. (7 x 9 1/4 inches, crease
along the bottom, a strip of removable paste along the edges of
the back, so the photo is pressed down onto a blank page) A
great photo. $950.00
HEIFETZ, Jascha. Signed Photo. 1964. see illustration
A famous photo of Heifetz sitting at the piano, violin
scroll showing on the piano, looking at a piece of music. Inscribed
and signed "J Heifetz" followed by the date. (7
1/2 x 10 inches, bottom and top right corners cracked, could
be matted out, signed partially in the dark part of the photo,
but very nice) $700.00
HEIFETZ, Jascha. Pabst Blue Ribbon Advertising Page. 1949. see illustration
The violinist is shown in his private studio with his wife,
enjoying a Pabst Blue Ribbon beer. Wonderful! (10 3/8 x 13
? inches, some minor wear along edges) $55.00 Sold!
HESS, Willy. Autograph Musical Quotation Signed. 1898. see illustration
The German violinist and teacher (1859-1939) studied with
his father, who was a pupil of Spohr, and Joachim. He was concertmaster
in Frankfurt, Rotterdam, the Hallé, and the Boston Symphony
(1904-1910). From 1910-1928 he taught at the Hochschule in Berlin.
On an album leaf, in pencil, he has drawn a staff and written
four bars of the Beethoven concerto. Inscribed and signed "Willy
Hess" followed by the place and date. Uncommon. (6 1/2
x 8 inches) $125.00
HINDEMITH, Paul. Signed Program Photo. 1962. see illustration
The great German-born American composer (1895-1963) began
his musical studies on the violin. He was concertmaster of the
Frankfurt Opera Orchestra, and played viola in the Amar String
Quartet for 7 years. He was one of the leading masters of 20th-century
music. He has inscribed and signed "Paul Hindemith" followed by the date next to his photo in a concert program which
included Fournier performing the Hindemith cello concerto. (5
7/8 x 8 1/4 in., some wear along the edge, nominally affecting
the signature) $225.00
HOLLMANN, Joseph. Signed Cabinet Photo. 1895. see illustration
The great Dutch cellist (1852-1927) was a student of Servais
and Jacquard. Saint-Saëns wrote his 2nd concerto for Hollmann,
and he was the first cellist to play Bruch's Kol Nidrei. He is
shown 1/2 length, standing, with his arm on his waist in a chair
in this beautiful Dupont of New York photo. Inscribed and signed
"J. Hollman" followed by the year. (4 1/4 x 6 1/2 inches,
the bottom part of the card, below the photo, as well as the right
hand edge, has had paper of some kind removed, and the remains
are still there, ink is a bit smudged) $225.00 Sold!
HOLLMANN, Joseph. Signed Postcard Photo. see illustration
Boldly signed "J. Hollman" across a postcard
photo, by Paul Berger of Paris, of Hollman shown sitting with
his cello and bow. (sl. creased through the center of the
photo, postal cancellation bars showing through front of photo,
thus the lower price) $85.00
HUBERMAN, Bronislaw. Signed Photo. 1909. see illustration
The great Polish violinist (1882-1947), made his debut
at age 7. He studied with Lotto, then Grigorovich, H. Heermann
and Marsick. In 1936 he founded the Palestine Symphony. Shown
in a head and shoulders portrait. Signed "Bronislaw Huberman" followed by the date. (2 1/2 x 3 7/8 inches, the signature
is dark and bold, some silvering, the image is bright and clear,
mounting traces on verso) $250.00
HUBERMAN, Bronislaw, and TOSCANINI, Arturo. Photo. Signed on
Verso by Hubermann. see illustration
An original photo (an unprofessional snapshot) of the great
violinist and conductor together in Palestine. Signed "B
Huberman" on the back. A very historical moment in the musical
development of Israel. Unique. (3 3/8 x 3 3/8 inches, minor
surface marks) $200.00 Sold!
JAPHA, George. Autograph Musical Quotation Signed. 1867.
The German violinist (1835-1892) was a student of Ferdinand
David and Dreyschock in Leipzig, and Edmond Singer and Alard.
He taught at the Cologne Conservatory and was the leader of the
quartet there. He has written on a half-sheet of manuscript paper,
8 double bars of music titled Allegretto. Inscribed "George
Japha" with the place and date. Scarce. (10 1/4 x 5 inches) $275.00
JOACHIM, Joseph. SIGNED CABINET PHOTO. see illustration
The great Hungarian-born violinist (1831-1907) studied
with M. Hauser and J. Böhm, and was befriended by Mendelssohn.
He assisted Brahms in the composition of his violin concerto,
and Brahms wrote his double concerto for Joachim. His students
included Auer, Hubay and Huberman. A wonderful cabinet photo by
W & D Downey of London, showing the great violinist in 3/4 length,
holding his violin and bow. Inscribed and signed "Joseph
Joachim" beneath the image. (4 1/4 x 6 1/2 inches, some
surface wear, signature is over the printed name, address and
copyright insignia of the photographer, so it's not absolutely
clear, but still very good) $950.00
JOACHIM, Joseph. SIGNED CABINET PHOTO. see illustration
A wonderful head and shoulders portrait of the great
violinist and close friend of Brahms shown seated in a chair.
Fine condition with a very bold signature. $900.00 Sold!
JOACHIM, Joseph. Signed Postcard Photo with Autograph Musical
Quotation. 1899. see illustration
The great violinist is shown seated, holding his violin
and bow. He has boldly signed "Joseph Joachim" beneath
the portrait, and to the right of the portrait has drawn a staff
and written 4 bars for violin marked Allegretto and dolce. (5
1/2 x 3 3/4 inches, sl. wear, postal stamp and cancellation stamp
on verso) $575.00 Sold!
JOACHIM, Joseph. Autograph Musical Quotation Signed. 1896. see illustration
The great Hungarian-born violinist (1831-1907) studied
with M. Hauser and J. Böhm, and was befriended by Mendelssohn.
He assisted Brahms in the composition of his violin concerto,
and Brahms wrote his double concerto for Joachim. His students
included Auer, Hubay and Huberman. On a small album leaf, he has
drawn a staff and written nine bars of music, marked Andante.
Inscribed and signed "Joseph Joachim" with the place
and date. Matted and framed in a beautiful old frame. (the
leaf is 4 x 3 inches, framed to 9 x 10 inches) One of the
longest musical quotations I have seen from Joachim. A beautiful
presentation. $750.00 Sold!
JOACHIM, Joseph. Autograph Letter Signed. 1873. see illustration1 see illustration2
Joachim writes to Mrs. Siemens, "How kind of you to
ask me to come to St. Leonards. Just what I should have liked
very much for I know Hastings and its beautiful neighbourhood!"
He goes on to say that he has already promised to be in town,
and shall have the pleasure to call on her on Sunday. Signed "Joseph
Joachim". (2 pages, 4 1/2 x 7 inches, folds, mounting
traces on verso of 2nd sheet, small hole, not affecting text) $250.00
JOACHIM, Joseph. Herr Joseph Joachim. The New Doctor of Music,
Cambridge University. The Graphic, March 10, 1877.
A wonderful print of the great violinist shown head and
shoulders holding his violin and bow. (11 1/4 x 15 3/4 in.,
sl. creasing) $75.00
JOACHIM, Joseph. Original Photograph. see illustration
A beautiful original photograph of Joachim by W. &
D. Downey of London. The violinist is shown 3/4 length, standing,
holding his violin and bow. The photo is mounted on board for
presentation. "Herr Joachim" is printed underneath the
image. (image is 3 5/8 x 5 1/2 inches, board is 7 3/8 x 9
1/2 inches, some foxing) $175.00 Sold!
JOACHIM QUARTETT. Concert Program. December 28, 1906.
1 page. Joachim, Halir, Wirth and Hausmann. A fascinating
look at this important early string quartet, in performance of
string quartets of Haydn, Mozart and Beethoven. (6 1/8 x 9
? inches, folds) $55.00 Sold!
KEHFELD, Fabian. Cabinet Photo Signed on Verso, with Autograph
Musical Quotation. 1877.
A fine J. C. Schaarwächter of Berlin photo of the
violinist who appears to have been a concertmaster of the Berlin
Philharmonic, which is what he wrote under his signature. He has
also written a 5 bar musical quotation. (4 1/4 x 6 1/2 inches) $150.00 Sold!
KOCHANSKI, Paul. Autograph Musical Quotation Signed. 1929. see illustration
The great Polish violinist has drawn a staff and written
two bars of the Beethoven violin concerto on an album leaf. He
has inscribed and signed Paul Kochanski" followed by the
year. (5 1/2 x 4 1/2 inches) $200.00
KREISLER, Fritz. Signed Photo. 1958. see illustration
The great Austrian-born American violinist (1875-1962),
a student of his father, Dont, Hellmesberger, Jr., and Massart.
His initial tours of the US (1889-90) were only moderately successful,
and he returned to Europe, abandoning music to study medicine.
He resumed his concert career in 1899, and his 2nd US tour (1900-01)
took his audiences by storm. He was one of the most popular violinists
of all time. A wonderful head and shoulders portrait, shown holding
his violin. Inscribed and signed "Fritz Kreisler" followed
by the date, in bright white ink. (8 x 10 inches) $425.00
KREISLER, Fritz. Signed Photo. see illustration
The great Austrian-born American violinist (1875-1962),
a student of his father, Dont, Hellmesberger, Jr., and Massart.
His initial tours of the US (1889-90) were only moderately successful,
and he returned to Europe, abandoning music to study medicine.
He resumed his concert career in 1899, and his 2nd US tour (1900-01)
took his audiences by storm. He was one of the most popular violinists
of all time. A wonderful head and shoulders portrait, shown playing
the violin. Inscribed and messily signed "F Kreisler". (10 x 8 inches, minor wear along the edges, photo not terribly
bold, but very nice) $350.00 Sold!
KREISLER, Fritz. Autograph Musical Quotation Signed.
On an album leaf, the great violinist has drawn a staff
and written a G-major chord. Signed "Fr Kreisler".
(7 x 4 1/2 inches) Kreisler musical quotations are quite
scarce. $275.00 Sold!
KREISLER, Fritz. Typed Letter Signed. 1919.
The great Austrian-born American violinist writes in this
letter addressed to the Vice-President of the Columbia Trust Co.,
New York, he explains that "the drawing out of my balance"
did not mean he was closing his account. He continues, "...
I am just now deeply involved in charity work for my country,
Austria, which involves a heavy strain on all my resources..."
. He has signed "Fritz Kreisler." Although this letter
does not have a musical content, it is interesting to see his
devotion to his country in the aftermath of World War I. Kreisler
letters are quite scarce. (8 1/4 x 11 inches, folds, punch
holes not affecting text, folds sl. splitting) $275.00
KREISLER, Fritz. Life Magazine Photo. May 12, 1941. see illustration
An absolutely devestating full page picture of the great
violinist, moments after he was hit by a truck in traffic in New
York City. He is shown lying on the sidewalk, with onlookers huddled
around, blood on his clothes. The complete Life Magazine issue
is present. (10 x 14 inches,) $45.00
KREISLER, Fritz. Unsigned Photo. see illustration
RCA Victor Recording Artist photo of the great violinist
holding his violin. (8 x 10 inches) $45.00 Sold!
KRESZ, Geza de. Signature On Engraved Calling Card.
The Canadian violinist of Hungarian birth (1882-1959) was
a student of Hubay, Sevcik and Ysaye. He was leader of the Berlin
Philharmonic from 1917-21. He was a founder-member of the Hart
House Quartet, and taught at the Liszt Academy in Budapest from
1941-1947. He has boldly signed "Geza de Kresz" above
his printed name, and on the verso answered the question, My favorite
composer? (3 x 1 1/2 inches) $90.00
KUBELIK, Jan. Signed Postcard Photo with Autograph Musical
Quotation Signed. 1927. see illustration
The great Czech-born Hungarian violinist (1880-1940) studied
with his father and with Sevcik. He had an active concert career
for over four decades. On an album leaf, a signed head and shoulders
portrait has been mounted along side a staff on which the violinist
has penned 3 bars. Both signed "Jan Kubelik" followed
by the date. Ideal for framing. (12 3/4 x 6 7/8 inches, signature
on postcard photo is a bit faint, the signature on the quotation
is very large and bold) $400.00
KUBELIK, Jan. Autograph Musical Quotation Signed. October 20,
1909.
Kubelik has drawn a staff, written one long bar of music
and signed "Jan Kubelik", followed by the date. With
a postcard photo. (3 3/4 x 2 1/4 inches) $200.00
KURTZ, Edmund. Signed Photo. 1949. see illustration
The great Russian-born cellist (1908-2004) was a student
of Klengel. He gave his debut recital in Berlin at the age of
16, at the encouragement of Klengel, to rave reviews. He continued
his studies with Casals and Alexanian. He was principal cellist
with the Bremen Opera Orchestra, the Prague German Opera under
Szell, and from 1936-44 was principal cellist of the Chicago Symphony.
He left the CSO to devote himself to his solo career, and made
his solo debut in America in January, 1945 with Toscanini and
the NBC Symphony. A fine photo, shown playing the cello, inscribed
and signed "Edmund Kurtz" followed by the date.
(8 x 10 ? inches, minor creasing). A very important cellist,
scarce in signed photos. $200.00
LAUB, Ferdinand. AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED. 1861.
The eminent Czech violinist (1832-1875), made his first
public appearance at age 6, toured Austria and Germany from 1846,
and was Konzertmeister in Weimar from 1853-55. He became professor
at the Moscow Conservatory in 1866. He writes to a dear friend
that he will be coming to Krefeld and to prepare Mr. von Beckerrath
for his concert. He's looking forward to coming to Krefeld and
will also play in Cologne and Belgium. Boldly signed "Ferdinand
Laub". Laub autographs are very scarce. (5
1/2 x 8 3/4 inches, folds) $325.00
LÉONARD, Hubert. Autograph Letter Signed. 1866.
The great Belgian violinist (1819-1890), was a student
of Rouma, Prume and Habeneck. He succeeded De Beriot as professor
at the Brussels Conservatory. He has writen a letter to a friend,
asking for information about a mystery person. He has signed "H.
Léonard.". Léonard autographs are quite scarce. (I page, 5 ? x 8 ? inches, folds, matted and framed to 7 ?
x 10 ? inches) $150.00
LOTTO, Izydor. Lithograph. see illustration
The great Polish violinist (1840 [or 1844]-1936), a student
of Massart (Wieniawski's teacher), was professor of violin at
the Music Institute in Warsaw. A terrific head and shoulders portrait.
Scarce. (5 5/8 x 7 1/4 inches, sl. wear) $200.00
LOWENGUTH QUARTET. Signed Photo. see illustration
A nice photo of the quartet, shown relaxing in a yard,
two on lawn chairs.The quartet played together from 1929 to 1962.
Signed by all four members. (3 ? x 5 ? inches) $200.00
MAINARDI, Enrico. Signed Photo. see illustration
The great Italian cellist, teacher and composer (1897-1976)
studied at the Milan Conservatory, then went to Berlin where he
studied with Hugo Becker. He taught in Berlin, Salzburg, Lucerne
and Rome. Very boldly signed "Mainardi" across the program
in which he played the Dvorak Concerto. (2 1/2 x 3 1/2 inches,
sl. wear at edge) $100.00
MANÉN, Juan. Signed Postcard Photo. 1908. see illustration
The Catalan violinist and composer (1883-1971) is shown
in a head and shoulders portrait. Boldly signed "Joan Manén" followed by the date. $175.00
MARSICK, Martin. Autograph Card Signed. 1891. see illustration
The great Belgian violinist (1848-1924), a student of Léonard,
Massart and Joachim, was the teacher of Flesch and Thibaud. He
has signed a card to an author who wrote a favorable article about
him. $110.00
MARTEAU, Henri. Signed Postcard Photo. see illustration
The great French-born, Swedish violinist (1874-1934) studied
with H. Leonard and Garcin, began his concert career as a youth,
playing in Vienna when he was 10 and in London when he was 14.
In 1908 he succeeded Joachim as violin teacher at the Hochschule
in Berlin. He has boldly signed "Henri Marteau" across
the bottom of this head and shoulders portrait. Also signed on
the verso. (mounting traces on verso, affects signature on
back) $225.00
MARTEAU, Henri. Autograph Musical Quotation Signed. see illustration
The great French-born, Swedish violinist (1874-1934) has
drawn a staff and written one bar of music, the open strings of
the violin. Signed "Henri Marteau", followed by the
date. (6 x 3 1/2 inches, a bit sloppy and smudged) $100.00
MENUHIN, Yehudi. Signed Photo. 1928. see illustration
The celebrated American violinist (1916-1999) was a student
of Louis Persinger and Enesco. He had a sensational career as
a young child, playing the Beethoven concerto when he was 11 years
old. An incredible head and shoulders portrait of the violinist,
seated, looking at his violin which is on the table in front of
him, on top of some music. Inscribed and signed "Yehudi Menuhin" followed by the date. (10 x 8 inches, sl. wear along edges,
minor creasing and marks not affecting the imnpact of the photo)
An incredible signed photo of the great American violinist
at the age of 11. $800.00 Sold!
MENUHIN, Yehudi. Signed Photo. 1929. see illustration
The celebrated American violinist (1916-1999) was a student
of Louis Persinger and Enesco. He had a sensational career as
a young child, playing the Beethoven concerto when he was 11 years
old. An incredible 3/4 length portrait of the violinist, seated,
holding his violin with his bow on his lap. Inscribed and signed "Yehudi Menuhin" followed by the date and place. (8
x 10 inches, sl. wear along edges, not affecting photo) An
incredible signed photo of the great American violinist at the
age of 12. $800.00
MENUHIN, Yehudi. Signed Photo. 1930. see illustration
The celebrated American violinist (1916-1999) was a student
of Louis Persinger and Enesco. He had a sensational career as
a young child, playing the Beethoven concerto when he was 11 years
old. An incredible full length portrait of the violinist, standing,
playing the violin. Inscribed and signed "Yehudi Menuhin" followed by the date and place. (8 x 10 inches) A stunning
signed photo of the great American violinist at the age of 13. $800.00
MENUHIN, Yehudi. Signed Photo. 1932. see illustration
The celebrated American violinist (1916-1999) was a student
of Louis Persinger and Enesco. He had a sensational career as
a young child, playing the Beethoven concerto when he was 11 years
old. A wonderful 3/4 length portrait of the violinist, standing,
holding the violin. Inscribed and signed "Yehudi Menuhin" followed by the date. (8 x 10 inches) A stunning
signed photo of the great American violinist at the age of 16. $850.00
MENUHIN, Yehudi. Signed Photo. 1952. see illustration
A wonderful head and shoulders portrait of the violinist,
shown holding his violin. Inscribed and signed "Yehudi Menuhin" with the date. (6 3/4 x 4 1/4 inches, sl. creases) $175.00
MENUHIN, Yehudi. Signed Photo. 1954. see illustration
The celebrated American violinist (1916-1999) was a student
of Louis Persinger and Enesco. He had a sensational career as
a young child, playing the Beethoven concerto when he was 11 years
old. A beautiful head and shoulders portrait of the violinist,
holding the violin. Inscribed and signed "Yehudi Menuhin."
(8 x 10 inches, it appears as if he wrote over the inscription
and signature a 2nd time with a different pen) $250.00
MENUHIN, Yehudi. Signed Photo with Musical Quotation. 1969. see illustration
The celebrated American violinist (1916-1999) was a student
of Louis Persinger and Enesco. He had a sensational career as
a young child, playing the Beethoven concerto when he was 11 years
old. A wonderful head and shoulders portrait of the violinist,
with a two bar musical quotation from the Beethoven concerto.
Inscribed and signed "Yehudi Menuhin" followed by the
date. He has also written out a short poem of Keats. (8 x
10 inches) Menuhin musical quotations are quite uncommon. $550.00
MENUHIN, Yehudi. Very Early Signed Postcard Photo. see illustration
The celebrated American violinist (1916-1999) was a student
of Louis Persinger and Enesco. He had a sensational career as
a young child, playing the Beethoven concerto when he was 11 years
old. A terrific image of the great violinist as a young boy, sitting
at a desk with his violin, around 14 or 15 years old.. Inscribed
to Franz Veit, mentioning Persinger and Thibault, and signed "Yehudi."
(5 1/2 x 9 1/2 inches) Scarce this early. $450.00 Sold!
MENUHIN, Yehudi. Signed Photo. From a Rehearsal. see illustration
A very nice head and shoulders portrait of the violinist,
shown playing his violin, probably during a rehearsal. Inscribed
and signed "Yehudi Menuhin". (5 3/4 x 4 inches) $150.00
MENUHIN, Yehudi. Signed Advertising Portrait. see illustration
A very nice head and shoulders portrait of the violinist
holding his violin in front of him, signed below the photo "Yehudi
Menuhin." (3 1/2 x 5 1/2 inches, small mark on image) $125.00
MENUHIN, Yehudi. Unsigned Photo.
A wonderful photo of the great violinist shown holding
his violin and bow, talking to his sisters (?). (8 x 10 inches,
minor wear) $85.00
MENUHIN, Yehudi and Hephzibah. Signed Photo. see illustration
A very nice photo of the violinist and his sister pianist
shown playing in recital. Inscribed and signed "Yehudi Menuhin"
across the bottom of the photo, and "Hephzibah Menuhin" vertically along the right side. Very scarce in signed images. (4 x 5 3/4 inches, Hephzibah's signature is in the dark portion
of the photo) $225.00
MESTRINO, Niccolo. Engraving from Ecole Italienne. see illustration
The Italian violinist (1748-1790) was called a great musician
by Fetis. A lovely head and shoulders portrait. (4 1/2 x 7
in.) $85.00
MILSTEIN, Nathan. Signed Photo. see illustration
The great Russian-American violinist (1904-1992), was
a student of Stoliarsky and Auer. He played with Horowitz and
Piatigorsky in sonatas and trios. He had one of the longest, most
distinguished careers of any violinist, and is considered by many
to be in a class with Heifetz. A very early wonderful pose, he
is shown holding his violin and bow. Inscribed and signed "N.
Milstein." Not dated, but probably from the 1930's or 40's.
(8 1/4 x 10 inches) A wonderful image. $800.00
MILSTEIN, Nathan. Signed Photo. see illustration
The great Russian-American violinist (1904-1992), was a
student of Stoliarsky and Auer. He played with Horowitz and Piatigorsky
in sonatas and trios. He had one of the longest, most distinguished
careers of any violinist, and is considered by many to be in a
class with Heifetz. A wonderful pose, he is shown seated, with
his chin resting on his hand, his violin under his arm, bow in
hand. Inscribed and signed "N. Milstein." Not dated,
but probably from the 1940's or 50's. (8 1/4 x 10 inches) $750.00
MILSTEIN, Nathan. Signed Photo. see illustration
The great Russian-American violinist (1904-1992), was a
student of Stoliarsky and Auer. He played with Horowitz and Piatigorsky
in sonatas and trios. He had one of the longest, most distinguished
careers of any violinist, and is considered by many to be in a
class with Heifetz. A wonderful pose, he is shown seated, with
his chin resting on his hand. Signed "N. Milstein." Not dated, but probably from the 1940's or 50's. (8 x 10 inches) $700.00
MILSTEIN, Nathan. Signed Photo. 1937. see illustration
The great Russian-American violinist (1904-1992), was a
student of Stoliarsky and Auer. He played with Horowitz and Piatigorsky
in sonatas and trios. He had one of the longest, most distinguished
careers of any violinist, and is considered by many to be in a
class with Heifetz. He is shown in a head and shoulders portrait.
Inscribed and signed "N. Milstein" followed by the date. (8 x 10 inches, some minor wear and creases) $650.00
MILSTEIN, Nathan. Signed Photo. 1937. see illustration
The great Russian-American violinist (1904-1992), was
a student of Stoliarsky and Auer. He played with Horowitz and
Piatigorsky in sonatas and trios. He had one of the longest, most
distinguished careers of any violinist, and is considered by many
to be in a class with Heifetz. An interesting head and shoulders
portrait, he is shown looking down.Inscribed and signed "N.
Milstein" with the place and date. (8 x 10 inches,
image is a bit fuzzy) $600.00
MILSTEIN, Nathan. Signed Photo. 1943. see illustration
The great Russian-American violinist (1904-1992), was a
student of Stoliarsky and Auer. He played with Horowitz and Piatigorsky
in sonatas and trios. He had one of the longest, most distinguished
careers of any violinist, and is considered by many to be in a
class with Heifetz. A wonderful pose, he is shown standing, playing
the violin. Inscribed and signed "N. Milstein" followed
by the place and date. (10 x 8 inches, some buckling, some
wear around edges) $700.00
MILSTEIN, Nathan. Signed Photo. 1975. see illustration
The great violinist is shown head and shoulders, playing
the violin. Inscribed and signed "N. Milstein" followed
by the place and date. (5 3/4 x 4 1/8 inches) $550.00
MOLIQUE, Bernhard. Autograph Letter Signed. 1848.
The great German violinsit (1802-1869) studied with Rovelli
and for a short time with Spohr. He was professor of composition
at the Royal College of Music in London. He writes to a man accepting
an engagment at the fixed terms and asks for the date of the first
Soirée. Signed "Yours very truly B. Molique."
(5 3/8 x 8 1/2 inches, one page, folds, page a bit worn and
chipped) $150.00
MONTEUX, Pierre. Signed Photo. 1937. see illustration
The great French-born American conductor (1875-1964) studied
at the Paris Conservatory, received first prize for violin, and
was then a violist with the Colonne Orchestra. In 1911 he became
conductor for Diaghilev's Ballet Russes. He was one of the finest
technicians of the baton. He led the world premieres of Stravinsky's
Petrouchka, Le Sacre du printemps and Le Rossignol, Ravel's Daphnis
et Chloé, and Debussy's Jeux. From 1936-1952 he was the
conductor of the San Francisco Symphony. A fabulous head and shoulders
portrait, inscribed and signed on the mount "Pierre Monteux" followed by the date. (12 x 15 inches, minor wear around the
edges of the mount, not affecting the photo or signature) The
finest Monteux photo I have seen. $500.00
MORI, Nicolas. Autograph Letter Signed. 1838.
The English violinist and music publisher of Italian descent
(1796-1839), studied with Barthelemon and Viotti. He was the concertmaster
of the King's Theater for many years. He published the English
ediitons of works by Mendelssohn and others. He has written to
Mr. Oliver at his (Mori's) Bond Street business, Mori & Lavernu,
discussing arrangements for concerts and for the payment of performers.
Signed "N. Mori." (7 1/4 x 9 inches, 2 pages
of a 4-page folded sheet, plus the address panel, folds, stamp,
some browing) $125.00
MUSIN, Ovide. Signed Photo. 1904. see illustration
The great Belgian violinist (1854-1929) studied with Heynberg
and Léonard at the Liège Conservatory, taking 1st
violin prize at the age of 13 and the gold medal at 15. He toured
Europe from 1874-1882 and went to America in 1883. He opened his
own school in New York in 1908. A wonderful photo, mounted on
board, inscribed and signed "Ovide Musin" across the
photo and the mount, followed by the date. (image is 4 1/2
x 6 1/4 inches, mount is 7 x 9 1/2 inches, edges of mount a bit
worn, cut unevenly, but can easily be trimmed) $350.00
MUSIN, Ovide. Autograph Musical Quotation Signed. 1899. see illustration
The great violinist has drawn a staff on a card and written
the four open strings of the violin. He has boldly signed "Ovide
Musin" followed by the date. (5 x 4 inches, corners of
card bumped, not affecting) $150.00
NEVEU, Ginette. Signed Photo. 1949. see illustration
The brilliant French violinist (1919-1949), studied with
her mother and made her debut when she was 7 years old. She completed
her training with Enesco and Flesch, and won the Wieniawski Competition
in 1935. She died tragically at the age of 30 in a plane crash
on her way to the United States for a concert tour. Inscribed
and signed "Ginette Neveu" followed by the date. Neveu
signed photographs are extremely scarce. (6 x 4 1/4 inches,
signature is very faint, a few cracks at the bottom right side
of the photo, low price reflects the faintness of the signature) $750.00
NEVEU, Ginette. Signed Program Photo. 1946. see illustration
The brilliant French violinist (1919-1949), studied with
her mother and made her debut when she was 7 years old. She completed
her training with Enesco and Flesch, and won the Wieniawski Competition
in 1935. She died tragically at the age of 30 in a plane crash
on her way to the United States for a concert tour. Inscribed
and signed "Ginette Neveu" followed by the date. Neveu
autographs, especially signed images, are extremely scarce. (6 x 8 1/2 inches, image is 3 1/2 x 5 1/2 inches, pages sl. loose) $1000.00
OISTRAKH, David. Signed Photo. 1962. see illustration
The great Russian violinist (1908-1974) was a student of Stoliarsky,
and made his debut at the age of 6. In 1927 he appeared as soloist
in the Glazunov Concerto under the composer's direction. His name
attracted universal attention in 1937 when he won first prize
at the Ysaye Competition in Brussels. He made his first American
appearances in 1955, winning enthusiastic acclaim. He was one
of the most acclaimed violinists of the 20th century, often
compared to Heifetz and Milstein. He is shown in a close up head
and shoulders portrait. Inscribed and signed "David Oistrakh"
in Cyrillic followed by the date. (8 x 10 inches, sl. wear around
edges) $650.00
OISTRAKH, David. Typed Letter Signed. 1961.
The great Russian violinist (1908-1974) writes to Mr. Shaberman, "I was touched by the thoughts which prompted this gift."
He continues, "As always we both enjoy our concerts here,
and we are happy in the thought of being able to give pleaure
and joy to the audiences with our music making. Signed "David
Oistrakh". An interesting look at the thoughts and feelings
of this great artist. (7 x 9 inches, folds) $325.00
ONDRICEK, Frantisek. Autograph Musical Quotation Signed. 1892. see illustration
The great Czech violinist (1857-1922) was a student of
Massart. He gave the first performances of the Dvorak concerto.
On a large sheet, he has drawn a staff and written 4 bars entitled
Romanza, Andante con espressione. Very boldly signed "F.
Ondricek, followed by the date. The signature is 5 inches long. (11 1/2 x 7 1/2 inches, some smudging and ink sploches on
the signature) $200.00
PAGANINI, Nicolo. Autograph Letter Signed to Giovanni Ricordi.
1838. see illustration 1 see illustration 2
The violinist has written a letter to the "Great music
publisher of Europe." He writes that Sgr De Pommayrac, "the
portrait painter of German nationality and my very good friend"
will be the bearer of this letter. "His works are life-like,
as you will see from my own portrait, which he completed in four
sittings". He recommends the artist to Ricordi's friendship
and asks him to introduce and recommend him to his dearest friends.
"If you can help him, it will be as if you have helped me".
He boldly signs "N Paganini." In Italian, with translation.
(5 ? x 8 ? inches, folds) With the integral address leaf.
A terffic letter, between two giants of musical history. $4500.00 Sold!
PAGANINI, Nicolo. Program. 1831. see illustration
A fantastic program from "Signor Paganini's Grant
Concert." Held at the Assembly Rooms on George Street in
London, the program included Sonata in due parte, Recitativo e
tre arie convariazioni (followed by the celebrated Scotch Air,
"Scots wha ha'e", and Delle Streghe, or Dance of the
Witches, all composed and performed by Signor Paganini. Also perfoming
on the program were Signora Pietralla and Pio Cianchettini.
(4 7/8 x 7 3/8 inches, beautifully matted to 10 ? x 13 inches,
in very good to near fine condiiton) Paganini programs are
very, very scarce. $1250.00
PAGANINI, Nicolo. Concert Bill. February 23, [1832]. see illustration1 see illustration2
A wonderful concert bill, "The Last Concert but One
of Signor Paganini." The concert included performances
of Larghetto e Variazioni "Di tanti palpiti", Recitativo
e tre Arie, con variazioni, composed and executed on One String
Only (the 4th), and Fandango Espagnuolo variato a Capriccio, in
which will be introduced Imitations of the Farm Yard, all composed
by Paganini. (7 1/4 x 14 1/2 inches) Paganini concert bills are very, very scarce. $1250.00
PAGANINI, Nicolo. Engraving. 1831.
A wonderful engraving of Paganini, painted at Baden by
E. Pingret, 1831. Illustrated on page 142 of the Sheppard and
Axelrod book on Paganini. (in a 9 1/2 x 11 1/2 inch mat, opening
is 5 1/2 x 7 1/2 inches) $275.00
(PAGANINI) Casino Paganini Document. Paris, 1839.
A printed court document concerning the liquidation of
the Casino Paganini, relating to many of the events and persons
associated with it, including Mme. de San Felice, the concert
singer who had initiated the collapse of the enterprise by suing
for confiscation of the entire receipts of the 30th of January
to satisfy her unpaid fee. The event is documented in deCourcy's
Chronology (page 71). The document is an actual account of the
court proceedings, and signed by the two lawyers involved. With
an English translation, and a summary. Very rare and unique. $1000.00
PAPINI, Guido. Autograph Musical Quoation Signed. 1882. see illustration
The great Italian violinist (1847-1912) was a pupil of
Giorgetti at Florence. He made his debut at the age of 13. In
1874 he appeared at the Musical Union, playing the viola. For
several years he was president of the College of Violinists in
London. He excelled both as a soloist and chamber music player.
He composed a large quanity of very effective solo pieces, as
well as a tutor for violin. He toured with Rubinstein, von Bülow
and Bottesini. He has written one very long virtuoso bar which
includes a fabulous 27 note run. (6 1/4 x 4 1/4 inches) Very
scarce. $175.00
PARLOW, Kathleen. Signed Photo. 1914. see illustration
The great Canadian violinist (1890-1963) studied as a child
in San Francisco. In 1906, she went to St. Petersburg and was
accepted into the Leopold Auer violin class at the Conservatory.
She had an extensive concert career, playing in England, Scandinavia,
the US and the Orient. From 1929-1936 she taught in Oakland, California.
In 1941 she joined the faculty of the Royal Conservatory of Music
in Toronto, and organized the Parlow String Quartet. She is shown
3/4 length, seated, holding her violin and bow. Mounted on a brown
mat. Inscribed and signed on the mount "Kathleen Parlow" followed by the date. (the photo is 6 1/2 x 9 1/2 inches,
the mount is 10 x 13 1/2 inches, some minor creasing on the mount)
An extraordinary photo of this great violinist who is pictured
in the Auer book, Violin Playing As I Teach It. Very scarce, especially
this quality of photo. $500.00 Sold!
PARLOW, Kathleen. Signed Photo. 1928. see illustration
The great Canadian violinist (1890-1963) studied as a child
in San Francisco. In 1906, she went to St. Petersburg and was
accepted into the Leopold Auer violin class at the Conservatory.
She had an extensive concert career, playing in England, Scandinavia,
the US and the Orient. From 1929-1936 she taught in Oakland, California.
In 1941 she joined the faculty of the Royal Conservatory of Music
in Toronto, and organized the Parlow String Quartet. She is shown
3/4 length, seated, holding her violin and bow. Inscribed and
signed "Kathleen Parlow" with the place and date.
(7 7/8 x 9 7/8 inches) One of the violinists pictured in
the Auer book, Violin Playing As I Teach It. Quite scarce. $425.00 Sold!
PASQUIER TRIO. Signed Photo. 1939. see illustration
An interesting photo of this important trio, established
in 1927, made up of three brothers. Inscribed to the violin pedagogue
Edmund Zygman. (8 ? x 6 ? inches) $175.00
PENCIL PORTRAITS OF CONCERT CELEBRITIES. From the book by Hilda
Wiener.
Hilda Wiener was an artist who originally specialized in
the paintings of animals. The book, published in 1937, includes
100 of the greatest concert artists of the day. All of the drawings
were made during concerts without the knowledge of the performer,
and each has testified approval by signing the portrait. The portraits
are approximately 7 x 9 1/2 inches, and most of them are matted
to approximately 13 x 15 inches. The following artists are available:
Josef Szigeti: $85; Adolf Busch and Rudolf Serkin:$75; Yehudi Menuhin:$85; Fritz Kreisler:$100. Please note that these are not originals, but printed copies
from the book.
PHILHARMONIA TRIO. Signed Photo. 1964. see illustration
A lovely photo of this interesting trio shown in playing positions.
Signed by the three members, Charles Libove, Alan Shulman and
Nina Lugovoy. They played together from 1962-1969. (10 x 8 inches) $100.00
(PHOTOS) Unsigned Cabinet Photos Of Various Performers.
The following original unsigned cabinet photos are available:
Ole Bull (with violin) see illustration ($150); Jean Gerardy ($150);
Jean Gerardy (somewhat faded) ($100); Marie Hall (with
violin) (a bit faded, with several spots) ($150) Sold! ; Joseph
Hollman (sl. stained) ($125); Joachim see illustration ($175); Fritz
Kreisler (with violin, faded) ($100); Kubelik (with violin,
a bit faded) ($150); Remenyi see illustration ($150); Sarasate (with
violin) see illustration ($150); Sauret see illustration ($125); Sivori see illustration ($150);
Wilhelmj (with violin) see illustration ($175); Ysaye see illustration ($150) Sold! . each
$125.00 to $175.00
(PHOTOS) Unsigned Carte De Visite Photos Of Various Performers.
The following original unsigned carte de visite photos
are available: Auer; Bull; Gounod; Joachim see illustration; Anton Rubinstein;
Sarasate see illustration; Urso see illustration; Wilhelmj (with violin, spotted) see illustration. (Auer is $250;
Wilhelmj and Joachim are each $150; Gounod and Rubinstein
are $75 each) each $125.00
(PHOTOS) Unsigned Postcard Photos Of Various Performers.
The following unsigned postcard photos are available: d'Albert Sold!;
Brodsky Quartette Sold!; Jean Gerardy Sold!; Heinrich Grunfeld Sold!; Marie Hall
(with violin-some wear and creasing) Sold!; Joachim; Kreisler; Kubelik;
Offenbach; Oistrakh conducting; Ondricek; de Pachmann; Paganini;
Petschnikow Sold!; Maud Powell Sold!; Rabner Quartet Sold!; Sarasate; Schneiderhan
(conducting); Theo Spiering Sold!; Frederick Stock (with violin) Sold!; Vieuxtemps;
Ysaye. ($40 for Powell, Vieuxtemps) ($35 for Brodsky
Quartette, Gerardy, Grunfeld) ($25 for d'Albert, Kubelik,
de Pachmann, Paganini) ($20 for Kreisler, Oistrakh, Schneiderhan-not
vintage) ($30 each for the rest) each $20.00 to $40.00
(PHOTOS) Unsigned Publicity Photos Of Various Performers.
The following unsigned publicity photos, most from the
Röhnert publicity agency, are available: Amadeus Quartet
(standing with instruments) see illustration; Casals (with cat on his shoulder);
Francescatti (head shot); Antonio Janigro (conducting); Menuhin
(with violin) see illustration; Yehudi and Hephzibah Menuhin (performing); Milstein
(with violin) ; Monteux; Oistrakh (conducting with violin); Segovia
(with guitar) see illustration; Szyerng. (Janigro $30)
(Yehudi and Hephzibah Menuhin, Milstein- $40) (Menuhin with
violin-$45) each $35.00
(PHOTOS) Unsigned Photos Of Various Performers.
The following photos are available: Leonard Bernstein ($65); Deana Durbin with Leopold Stokowski see illustration ($75); Christian
Ferras ($75); Eric Friedman (a bit of wear) $75; Caroll Glenn with Eugene List ($75)
(PHOTOS) Unsigned Tobacco Card Photos Of Various Performers.
The following unsigned tobacco card photos are available;
Sarasate see illustration; Ysaye. (1 1/2 x 2 1/4 inches) each $35.00
(PHOTOS) Unsigned Carte De Visite Photos Of Various Musicians.
Photos of paintings, etc.
The following unsigned carte de visite photos are available:
Bach; Chopin; Donizetti; Mendelssohn. each $25.00
(PHOTOS) Unsigned Cabinet Photos Of Various Musicians. Photos
of paintings, etc.
The following unsigned cabinet photos are available: Adam;
Bellini; Boieldieu; Cherubini; Donizetti; Halevy; Herold; Lortzing;
Spontini. (4 3/8 x 6 3/4 inches) each $35.00
PIATTI, Alfredo. Autograph Letter Signed.
The renowned Italian cellist and teacher (1822-1901) has
written a brief one page letter in English, "I send you two
tickets for a musical reception at the ...Gallery." Signed
"Alfred Piatti". (4 1/2 x 7 inches, some wear, folds) $100.00
PIATTI, Alfredo. Original Photograph. see illustration
A wonderful original photo of the great cellist, shown
holding his cello and bow. Photo by W. & D. Downey of London.
The photo is mounted on board for presentation. "Signor Piatti" is printed underneath the image. (image is 3 5/8 x 5 1/2 inches,
board is 7 3/8 x 9 1/2 inches, several minor spots on board) $175.00
PIATIGORSKY, Gregor. Signed Photo. 1944. see illustration
A wonderful photo of the very handsome and great cellist
in a head and shoulders portrait, shown holding his cello and
bow. He has inscribed and signed "Gregor Piatigorsky" followed by the date. (7 x 9 1/4 inches, sl. trimmed) $300.00 Sold!
PIATIGORSKY, Gregor. Autograph Musical Quotation Signed. see illustration
The great cellist has drawn a staff, written 5 notes and
boldly signed "Gregor Piatigorsky" on part of a page
of hotel stationary. (7 1/4 x 4 1/2 inches, fold, one
edge frayed, one edge taped) $125.00
PIATIGORSKY, Gregor. Autograph Letter Signed. 1953.
The great cellist has written to a friend, "I will
not be able to express my gratitude for your friendship which
is so dear to me. Your letter made me very happy and I admired
your great gift and ability to say so much and so beautifully
with so few words." He signs it "Gregor Piatigorsky." (2 pages, folds) $200.00
POWELL, Maud. Signed Photo. 1918. see illustration
The great American violinist (1868-1920), was a student
of William Lewis in Chicago, as well as Schraideck and Joachim.
She was the first American woman to found a string quartet, in
1894, and introduced the concertos of Dvorak, Sibelius and Tchaikovsky
to the United States. A wonderful full-length portrait, showing
her holding her violin. Inscribed and signed "Maud Powell" followed by the date. (6 3/4 x 9 3/4 inches, chipped at the
top corners, not affecting) $450.00 Sold!
PRAUN, S. von. Engaving. 1830. see illustration
The Hungarian violinst (1811-1830) played in a quartet
with Rode when he was 5 years old! He then became a pupil of Mayseder.
(9 1/2 x 12 inches, foxed) $75.00
PRIMROSE, William. Signed Program. see illustration
The great Scottish-born American violist (1903-1982) studied
with Camillo Ritter and Ysaye, who advised him to take up the
viola. He has boldly signed "William Primrose" across
the program page. Also signed by pianist David Stimer. (6
1/4 x 9 1/2 inches) $150.00
REUTER, Florizel von. Signed Postcard Photo. see illustration
The American violinist and composer (1890-1985), was a
student of Thomson and Marteau. The youthful violinist is shown
half-length in profile, playing the violin. Inscribed and signed "with love from Florizel." (5 1/2 x 3 1/2 in., sl.
wear) $100.00 Sold!
REUTER, Florizel von. Autograph Musical Quotation Signed. 1904.
The American violinist and composer (1890-1985), was a
student of Thomson and Marteau. He has drawn a staff and written
4 bars of music. Boldly signed "Florizel von Reuter" followed by the place and date. (on a clipped album leaf,
8 in. long, cut at an angle) $75.00
ROSÉ, Arnold. Signed Postcard Photo. 1934. see illustration
The great Austrian violinist (1863-1946) was concertmaster
of the Vienna Phil and Opera orchestra for 57 years! His quartet,
founded in 1888, premiered some of the later works of Brahms and
was known as the successor to the Joachim Quartet. A very nice
head and shoulders portrait of the violinist shown seated. Boldly
signed "Arnold Rosé." (3 1/2 x 5 1/2 inches) $225.00
ROTH QUARTET. Signed Photo. 1946. see illustration
The Hungarian-American violinist Feri Roth (1899-1969)
organized the Budapest Quartet in 1923, then emigrated to the
US and formed the Roth Quartet in 1928. The other members of the
Roth Quartet were Jeno Antal, Ferenc Molnar and Janos Scholz.
An interesting photo of the four men in performance, signed by
all four. (8 x 5 inches, some minor surface wear) Uncommon. $100.00 Sold!
SAINTON, Prosper. Autograph Musical Quotation Signed. 1847?
The great French violinist (1813-1890), was a pupil of
Habeneck, and such an important teacher throughout his life that
in the book "Celebrated Violinists", the author Ehrlich
writes" It is worthy of note that at the last Birmingham
Festival before his death, every violinist in the orchestra had
been either a direct pupil of Sainton's or a pupil of a pupil.
He has written 8 bars for violin and inscribed and signed "P.
Sainton." (8 1/2 x 3 1/4 inches, writing is faint, page
is a bit messy, mounted to a board) $200.00
SAINT-SAËNS, Camille. Portrait. A Magazine of Music Supplement,
1887.
A wonderful head and shoulders portrait, with a facsimile
signature below, of the great French composer. (mounted to
a stiff cardboard, edges of cardboard a bit worn, not affecting
portrait) $75.00
SALMOND, Felix. Signed Photo. see illustration
The great English cellist (1888-1952), a student of Whitehouse
and Jacobs, gave the world premiere of the Elgar concerto. He
was head of the cello department at the Curtis Institute, where
his students included Leonard Rose, Bernard Greenhouse and Frank
Miller. A wonderful photo of the cellist shown in a head and shoulders
portrait, looking at his cello. Boldly inscribed and signed "Felix
Salmond". (9 x 7 inches, undated but probably c. 1923)
The inscription is 3 ? inches long. Scarce. $450.00
SALMOND, Felix. Signed Photo. 1949. see illustration
The great English cellist (1888-1952), a student of Whitehouse
and Jacobs, gave the world premiere of the Elgar concerto. He
was head of the cello department at the Curtis Institute, where
his students included Leonard Rose, Bernard Greenhouse and Frank
Miller. A wonderful photo of the cellist shown in a head and shoulders
portrait. Boldly inscribed and signed "Felix Salmond" vertically across the photo. (8 x 10 inches, pin holes along
the edges, other minor wear) Scarce. $375.00
SAMMONS, Albert. Signed Photo. see illustration
The esteemed British violinist (1886-1957) was first violinist
of the London String Quartet and concertmaster of Beecham's Orchestra.
Delius dedicated his concerto to Sammons. A very nice head and
shoulders portrait signed "Albert Sammons." (3 1/4
x 4 1/8 inches) $150.00
SARASATE, Pablo de. Signed Cabinet Photo. 1898. see illustration
The violinist is shown in a wonderful 3/4 length portrait
by Reaitlinger of Paris, showing the distinguished looking violinist
holding his violin and bow in playing position. He has vertically
inscribed and signed "P. de Sarasate" followed by the
date. (4 x 5 1/2 inches, the date is a bit smudged) $850.00
SARASATE, Pablo de. Signed Postcard Photo with Autograph Musical
Quotation Signed. 1902 and 1903. see illustration
On an album leaf, a wonderful head and shoulders portrait
signed postcard photo has been mounted along side a small sheet
on which the violinist has drawn a staff and writen the four sharped
strings of the violin. This sheet has been mounted on top of the
musical staff that is drawn on the album leaf. Both the photo
and quotation are boldly signed "Pablo de Sarasate" followed by the date. (12 3/4 x 6 7/8 inches,) $450.00 Sold!
SARASATE, Pablo de. Signed Postcard Photo. 1903 (?). see illustration
A very nice head and shoulders portrait showing the distinguished
looking violinist looking off to the left. (3 1/2 x 5 1/2
inches, ink of signature skipped a bit) $325.00 Sold!
SARASATE, Pablo de. Autograph Musical Quotation Signed. 1897.
On an album leaf, the great violinist has written one bar
with the flatted open strings of the violin. Very boldly signed "Pablo de Sarasate", followed by the date. (7 x
4 1/2 inches, paper browned, edges a bit frayed) $250.00 Sold!
SCOTTA, Frida (SCHYTTE, Frida) Signed Cabinet Photo. see illustration
The fine Danish violinist, (b. 1871) was a pupil of Massart
and Berthelier at the Paris Conservatoire. She made her debut
in Copenhagen in 1889. A wonderful 3/4 length portrait, whowing
her holding her violin and bow. Signed "Frida Scotta."
(4 1/4 x 6 3/4 inches) Scarce. $125.00 Sold!
SERVAIS, Francois. Autograph Letter Signed.
The great Belgian cellist (1807-1866) studied with Platel
at the Brussels Conservatory and succeeded Platel at the conservatory.
Berlioz described him as "Paganinian." He was probably
the finest cellist of his day, praised for his intense, pure sound,
flawless intonation, and acrobatic technique. He collaborated
with Vieuxtemps and Leonard in composing duos for violin and cello.
He has written on a worn piece of ledger paper to Mr. Barbier,
"I came with my wife to have the pleasure of seeing you -
this morning. I saw the person in question who received me very
well and told me about your friendly letter. I will come to see
you soon to bring you up to date about this meeting." He
signs "F. Servais." (2 pages, in pencil, rather
messy, trimmed so that 2 letters on the 2nd page are sl. affected,
on a worn piece of ledger paper, low price because of condition) $200.00 Sold!
SEVCIK-LHOTSKY QUARTET. Autograph Musical Quotation Signed.
1911. see illustration
This quartet, the violinists and violist all pupils of
Sevcik, started playing together in about 1902, and in about 1904,
Sevcik said they could use his name. After World War I they started
using the name Sevcik-Lhotsky, probably because they got tired
of people asking why Sevcik wasn't in the quartet. On an album
leaf, each one of the quartet members has drawn a staff and written
several measures from the quartet repertoire, followed by their
signature. (7 1/2 x 5 inches) Unique and scarce. $250.00
SIMONETTI, Achille. Autograph Letter Signed. 1922.
The Italian-English violinist and composer (1857-1928)
studied with Bianchi, Cavallini, Gamba and Sivori. He was a member
of the London Trio, and a professor of violin at the Irish Royal
Academy of Music. He was an early champion of the Brahms violin
concerto, and wrote a cadenza for the work. He has written to
Mr. Hill (of Hill and Sons) that "I have seen your brother
Alfred who gave me your address and who has taken my Tourte bow
to Hanwell to rehair it." He talks about going to Boulogne
to stay with his family, and when he comes back he would like
to bring his violin "and do some music, as in the good old
time!!" Enclosed is a recital program from Dublin and typed
copies of reviews from the concerts. Fine musical association.
Uncommon. (4 1/2 x 7 inches, folds) $150.00
SINGELÉE, Jean Baptiste. Autograph Letter Signed.
The Belgian violinist (1812-1875) was a pupil of Wery at
the Brussels Conservatoire. He was solo violinist in the Brussels
orchestra, and in 1852 he became conductor of the orchestra at
Gand. He composed 144 works for violin. He writes to an unnamed
correspondant about his daughter (who became celebrated as an
opera singer), that she is on the verge of finishing her studies
and has arrived to sing at the Society of the Casino. Uncommon. (5 1/4 x 8 3/8 inches, folds) $75.00
SIVORI, Camillo. Signed Lithograph. see illustration
The great Italian violinist (1815-1894), a student of Paganini's
teacher Giacomo Costa, and reportedly Paganini's only student,
was considered one of the great violin virtuosos of the 19th century.
He is shown in a famous head and shoulders portrait, with his
facsimile signature below. Inscribed and signed "Camillo
Sivori." (4 5/8 x 7 1/2 inches, trimmed, lightly stained)
Very scarce. $650.00
SIVORI, Camillo. Autograph Letter Signed (1857) Matted with
Autograph Musical Quotation Signed. 1860. see illustration
The great Italian violinist (1815-1894), a student of Paganini's
teacher Giacomo Costa, and reportedly Paganini's only student,
was considered one of the great violin virtuosos of the 19th century.
He has written to the famous French tenor Duprez, onfirming the
date of the concert, and says that the "grand Rossini"
will be there to conduct him. Signed "Camillo Sivori"
followed by a postscript. Matted with a very nice 4 bar musical
quotation in thirds. Signed "Camillo Sivori" followed
by the date. A very nice musical content letter, matted with a
very nice quotation. (the mat is 7 1/2 x 13 3/4 inches, the
letter has some wear, with a small tear that has been backed,
not affecting the text) $500.00
SPALDING, Albert. SIGNED PHOTO. 1923. see illustration
The great American violinist (1888-1953) was a student
of Chiti and Buitrago before entering the Bologna Conservatory
at the age of 14. He lated studied with Lefort. He made his American
debut in 1908, and gave the US premiers of the violin concertos
of Dohnany, Elgar and Barber. His own works include an orchestra
suite, 2 violin concertos, a string quartet, a violin sonata,
etc. He is shown seated, holding his violin and bow, and has inscribed
and signed "Albert Spalding" followed by the date. (6 1/2 x 9 inches, matted and framed to 9 ? x 12 inches) $225.00
SPALDING, Albert. Autograph Musical Quotation Signed. see illustration 1 see illustration 2
Spalding has drawn a staff, written the four open strings
of the violin, and boldly signed his name. With a newspaper photo
mounted on a separate piece of paper. $100.00
SUK, Josef. Signed Photo. see illustration
The fine Czech violinist (b. 1929), was the grandson of
Josef Suk and great-grandson of Dvorak. He studied with Jaroslav
Kocian. A very nice head and shoulders portrait, shown playing
the violin, signed "Josef Suk." (4 3/8 x 6 3/8 inches) $125.00 Sold!
SZIGETI, Joseph. Signed Photo. 1936. see illustration
The great Hungarian-born American violinist (1892-1973),
was a student of Hubay. He made his debut in Berlin at age 13,
and his first appearance in London at age 15. His U.S. debut was
in the Beethoven concerto with Stokowski and the Philadelphia
Orchestra in 1925. A very nice photo of the violinist, shown ?
length, sitting in a chair, holding his violin and bow. Inscribed,
dated and signed "Joseph Szigeti." (6 ? x 8 ? inches) $375.00
SZIGETI, Joseph. Signed Photo. see illustration
The great Hungarian-born American violinist (1892-1973),
was a student of Hubay. He made his debut in Berlin at age 13,
and his first appearance in London at age 15. His U.S. debut was
in the Beethoven concerto with Stokowski and the Philadelphia
Orchestra in 1925. An elegant photo of the violinist, shown seated,
holding his violin. Inscribed and signed "Joseph Szigeti."
(8 x 10 inches, minor surface creases) $325.00
SZIGETI, Joseph. Signed Photo. 1950. see illustration
A nice publicity photo of the great violinist. (8 x
10 inches, some wear around the edges, signature is on the faint
side) $275.00
SZIGETI, Joseph. Signed Postcard Photo. 1913. see illustration
The great Hungarian-born American violinist (1892-1973),
was a student of Hubay. He made his debut in Berlin at age 13,
and his first appearance in London at age 15. His U.S. debut was
in the Beethoven concerto with Stokowski and the Philadelphia
Orchestra in 1925. An incredible photo of the youthful violinist,
shown standing, holding his violin and bow. Signed "Joska
Szigeti" followed by the place and date. (3 1/2 x 5 1/4
inches, minor wear around the edges) One of the most remarkable
photos I have seen of this wonderful musician and violinist. $500.00 Sold!
TEMIANKA, Henri. Signed Photo. 1945. see illustration
The great Polish-born American violinist (born 1906), studied
with W. Hess and Flesch. He founded the Paganini String Quartet
in 1946 with which he played for 20 years. A nice photo showing
him playing the violin. Inscribed and signed "Henri Temianka" followed by the date. (10 x 8 inches, quite worn and chipped,
affecting the inscription, thus the low price) $75.00
TEMIANKA, Henri. Autograph Musical Quotation Signed. 1972.
The great Polish-born American violinist (born 1906), studied
with W. Hess and Flesch. He founded the Paganini String Quartet
in 1946 with which he played for 20 years. On a cut page of manuscript
paper he has written the opening theme of the Beethoven Quartet
Op. 95 and boldly signed "Henri Temianka" followed by
the date. (6 1/2 x 2 3/8 inches, binder holes, crease in paper,
not affecting) $150.00
THIBAUD, Jacques. Signed Postcard Photo with Musical Quotation.
1920. see illustration
The great French violinist (1880-1953), was a student
of Marsick at the Paris Conservatoire. He was a member of the
cellebrated trio with Alfred Cortot and Pablo Casals. In 1943
he founded the renowned Long-Thibaud competition with Marguerite
Long. He is shown seated holding his violin and bow, signed "Jacques
Thibaud" follwed by the date. He has also drawn a staff,
wrtten a very high note and a very low note, with a symbol for
a glissando between them. A unique item, one of the finest Thibaud
autographs I have seen. Also signed on the verso. $950.00
THIBAUD, Jacques. Signed Photo. 1935. see illustration
The great French violinist (1880-1953), was a student of
Marsick at the Paris Conservatoire. He was a member of the cellebrated
trio with Alfred Cortot and Pablo Casals. In 1943 he founded the
renowned Long-Thibaud competition with Marguerite Long. A wonderful
photo of the distinguished violinist, shown 3/4 length holding
his violin and bow. (photo is 6 3/4 x 8 1/2 inches, inscription
and signature faint because it's written in dark ink on a dark
background) $325.00
THIBAUD, Jacques. Autograph Musical Quotation Signed. New York,
1919. see illustration
Thibaud has written the first four bars of the Stars Spangeled
Banner and boldly signed "Jacques Thibaud", and the
place and date. With a copy of a photo. (4 3/8 x 3 1/2 inches) $250.00
THOMAS, Theodore. Print.
A lovely, early head and shoulders portrait of the great
conductor. (7 3/4 x 11 1/2 inches) $50.00
THOMSON, Cesar. Signed Photo. see illustration
The eminent Belgian violinist (1857-1931) was a student
of Vieuxtemps, Léonard, Wieniawski and Massart. He is shown
head and shoulders in a stunning portrait. Inscribed and signed
"Cesar Thomson". (image is 7 7/8 x 11 1/2 inches,
on a photographer's mount of 11 1/2 x 15 1/2 inches, some foxing,
creases and minor tears around the edges) $325.00
THOMSON, Cesar. Signed Postcard Photo. see illustration
The eminent Belgian violinist (1857-1931) was a student
of Vieuxtemps, Léonard, Wieniawski and Massart. He is shown
head and shoulders holding his violin under his arm. Inscribed
and signed "Cesar Thomson". (image is 3 3/8 5 3/8
inches, some surface wear, a crack to the bottom right corner) $125.00 Sold!
(TIPARILLO) Magazine Ad. see illustration
A fantastic ad, "Should a Gentleman offer a Tiparillo
to a Violinist?" It shows a beautiful, scantily clad woman,
holding a violin, with the hand of a man offering her a Tiparillo. (8 x 11 inches, minor edge wear and creases) $35.00
TUA, Teresina. Cabinet Photo Signed on Verso. 1892. see illustration see illustration
The great Italian violinist (1867-1955) was a student of
Massart at the Paris Conservatory, where she took 1st prize in
1880. After marrying Count Franchi-Verney in 1889, she withdrew
from the concert stage untill the autumn of 1895, when she set
out on a successful European tourincluding Russia, where her accompanist
and joint artist was Rachmaninoff. This lovely cabinet photo shows
the violinist in a long dress holding her violin and bow. She
has inscribed the verso to Francesco Tamagno, the great Italian
tenor, and signed "Teresina Franchi-Verney della Valetta
Tua" followed by the place and date. (4 1/4 x 6 1/2 inches)
Scarce. $200.00
TUA, Teresina. Lithograph. see illustration
A lithograph of the Italian violinist who toured with Rachmaninoff.
Shown seated. (7 3/4 x 11 inches, some foxing, stain at bottom,
not affecting) $60.00
URSO, Camilla. Autograph Musical Quotation Signed. see illustration
The esteemed French-American violinsit (1842-1902) was
a child prodigy, entering the Paris Conservatory when she was
7. She was a student of Massart, who was the teacher of Wieniawski,
Sarasate and Kreisler. She made her U. S. debut in 1852. In 1895
she retired from performing and settled in New York as a teacher.
She has written 2 bars from the Prelude of the Bach E Major Partita
and signed "Yours Truly Camilla Urso", She has identified
"J. S. Bach" and "Preludio." (7 ? x 5
in., paper a bit browned, edges sl. worn) $250.00
URSO, Camilla. PRINT. see illustration
A lovely print of the violinist in a head and shoulders
portrait. Drawn and printed expressly for "Brainards' Musical
Treasures." (7 3/4 x 9 3/4 inches, some wear, possibly
trimmed) $75.00
(VANITY FAIR STRING PLAYERS) Sarasate. Vincent Brooks, Day & Son, May 25, 1899. see illustration
The famous print of Sarasate, shown with the big hair and
mustache. (10 1/2 x 15 3/4 inches, print by Ape, wear around
edges) These Vanity Fair musicians are selling in London
for upwards of $200. $150.00
(VANITY FAIR STRING PLAYERS) Joseph Joachim. The Last of a
Classic School. Vincent Brooks, Day & Son, 1905. see illustration
The famous print by Spy of the older Joachim, shown seated,
playing the violin. (10 1/2 x 15 1/2 in., minor creases
around edges) $100.00
(VANITY FAIR STRING PLAYERS) A GREAT CELLIST. Vincent Brooks,
Day & Son, December 2, 1897.
Joseph Hollman. (10 1/2 x 15 1/2 inches, small repaired
tear, staple hole, several other imperfections, all along borders,
not affecting image, which could be matted out) $75.00 Sold!
(VANITY FAIR STRING PLAYERS) A Wandering Minstrel. Vincent
Brooks, Day & Son, May 19, 1883.
Cellist Gerald Fitzgerald (10 x 15 inches, sl. wear,
with a crease across the top). $65.00 Sold!
VIEUXTEMPS, Henri. Autograph Letter Signed. 1855. see illustration1 see illustration2
The great Belgian violinist has written in French to Monsier
Fumagali that if the program for the concert next Tuesday was
not set, he would like to recommend a German clarinet player.
He has boldly, with his unmistakable signature, signed "H.
Vieuxtemps" followed by the date. Vieuxtemps letters are
scarce. (5 3/8 x 8 1/8 inches, folds, edges a bit chipped) $350.00 Sold!
(VIOLIN MATCHSAFE) Violin Matchsafe. see illustration
An old (1890-1920?) matchsafe, in the shape of a violin.
Brass, with nickel or silver plate. (2 1/2 inches long, some
of the silver has been worn [or polished] off, but most of it
is still there, engraved on the back with a name and date, 1911) $175.00 Sold!
(VIOLIN SALT AND PEPPER) Violin Salt and Pepper Shakers. Beetheads. see illustration
A wonderful salt and pepper shaker set (or possibly 2 salt
shakers from 2 different sets, I can't really be sure), in the
shape of a pair of girls playing the violin with a beet (or maybe
an eggplant) in place of their head. (about 3 ?" high) Very cute and interesting. $45.00
WALENN, Herbert. Signed Postcard Photo.
The English cellist (1870-1953) was a student of Hugo Becker.
He founded the London Violoncello School. He was the teacher of
John Barbirolli. Signed "Herbert Walenn." $100.00
WILHELMJ, August. Program. 1878. (some wear) $25.00
YSAYE, Eugene. Autograph Musical Quotation Signed. 1895. see illustration
The great Belgian violinist (1858-1931), a student of Massart,
Wieniawski and Vieuxtemps, also was the conductor of the Cincinnati
Symphony. On a small card, he has drawn a staff and written a
long scale.. He has signed "Souvenir of E. Ysaÿe" followed by the date. With an unsigned First Day Cover and Ysaye
stamp, cancelled in Brussels in 1958. (4 x 3 1/8 inches,
some wear, sl. crease, sl. staining) $275.00 Sold!
ZACHAREWITSCH, Michael. Signed Cabinet Photo.
The Russian-born English violinist (1879-1953) was a student
of Sevcik and Ysaye. A nice head and shoulders portrait. Signed "M. Zacharewitsch." (4 x 6 1/2 inches) Scarce. $125.00 Sold!
ZIMBALIST, Efrem. Signed Postcard Photo with Autograph Musical
Quotation Signed. 1913. see illustration
On an album leaf, a postcard photo of the great violinist,
showing him holding the violin and bow, is mounted along side
a staff on which he has penned a bar of music. Along side that
is a carricature of the violinist from a Russian newspaper that
has been pasted onto the leaf. The postcard photo and the quotation
are both signed "E. Zimbalist" in Cyrillic. The quotation
is dated. Unique and fascinating. (12 3/4 x 6 7/8 inches,
small spot on leaf, not affecting) $550.00
ZIMBALIST, Efrem. Signed Photo of a Painting. 1939. see illustration
The great Russian-born American violinist and pedagogue
(1889-1985) was a student of Auer. A photograph of a wonderful
painting showing the great violinist in a head and shoulders portrait.
Inscribed and signed "Efrem Zimbalist" followed by the
date, vertically across the upper left side of the photo. (8
x 10 inches, minor creasing at edges, not affecting) $300.00
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