Lot 415
Cherubini, Luigi (1760-1842). Greatly admired by Beethoven, Mendelssohn and Schumann, this Italian composer exerted tremendous influence over French musical life, serving 20 years as director of the Conservatory of Paris.
Document Signed ("L. Cherubini"). One page, small folio, Paris, August 10, 1829. Signed twice, including an additional sentence and full date in Cherubini's hand. Accompanied by a striking engraved portrait. Some age toning at edges and mat burns around text. In very good condition.
On this wonderful document from a piano competition at the Ecole Royale de Musique, Cherubini fulfills one of his many responsibilities as the premier figure in French musical pedagogy, signing here as president of a piano jury. Also signed by the seven other members of the panel, most notably Antoine Reicha, François-Joseph Fétis and Jacques-François Halévy.
Estimated Value $600 - 800.
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