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Fidelio, Opus 72

Fidelio, Opus 72. First edition of the vocal score, with autograph inscription signed by Beethoven to K.F. Weinmüller, the first “Rocco” in the 1814 version, with a second inscription (probably an autograph) written in pencil on the title page of the second act (trimmed by the binder), each number paginated separately with engraved title pages and “Widmusngblatt. An early state, possibly a proof or first issue. See Sotheby’s description for further information Vienna: Artaria, 1814.
Item Information
Material Type
Autograph note
Record Number
An5
Works
Opus 72
Previous Owners
K.F. Weinmüller
Catalog Concordance
Dorfmüller p. 322 (incorrect transcription)
Auction Information
Auction House
Sotheby's (London)
Lot Number
4
Bibliographical Reference
BN 5/2BJ auction index 1985-1995
Date of Sale
5/17/1990
Sold to
unknown
Pricing Information
Treasures Tracking
Manuscript
Estimate Price
15,000-25,000 GBP
Sale Price
45000 GBP
Sale Price in U.S Currency
$78550.00