Franz Liszt

SUMMARY: This offering is an exceptional letter by Franz Liszt about the death of composer Price: $2750.00

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Franz Liszt (1811-1886). Liszt was a Hungarian virtuoso pianist and composer.Possibly the greatest piano virtuoso of all time, Liszt studied and played at Vienna and Paris and for most of his life toured throughout Europe giving concerts.Liszt was well respected as his virtuosity had been admired by composers and performers alike throughout Europe, especially for his exuberant piano transcriptions of both operas and famous symphonies of the time, and Schubert songs, reducing the cost of hearing such music. His great generosity with both money and time were also much appreciated.

 

A letter in his hand, written to Marianne Brandt, German Soprano & mezzo-soprano, translated from his flowery" language:" My most honored Friend, During the last few weeks I have rarely read the newspaper. Your dear lette' notified me of Eckert's death. He was a loving gentleman and belonged to the greatest of his kind Please give Kathy my heartfelt condolences. Unfortunately I am unable to share my sorrow with her: With thanks and adoration I remain Faithfully yours." Signed "F. Liszt." Letter dated Oct. 27, 1879 at (Villa de Este) Italy.

 

The Eckert of whom Liszt writes was the GREAT child prodigy, Carl Antonin Florian Eckert (1820- Oct 14,1879), pupil of Mendelssohn, who accompanied Henriette Sonntag on her Grand Tour of the U. S., Vienna, Stuttgart & Berlin. He composed Das Fischermad at the age of 10 & the Oratorio Ruth at 13! The 2 pg. Letter comes with the original envelope, also written in Liszt's hand. The letter and envelope in fine condition except for minoe water stain at lower margin of letter. Normal aging.A wonderful musical artifact.$ 2750.

The autograph comes with a letter of authenticity as to its origin, history and authenticity.

Price: $2750.00