Paer, Ferdinand - Autograph Letter Signed 1839

$480 · Offered by Tamino Autographs

Italian composer (1771-1839), his career focused mostly on operas and oratorios. Autograph letter in French written and signed by him in Paris on April 25, 1839, days before passing away: "My dear Friend, I have sent to Mr. Vogt the letter of appointment as first oboist of the King's Music, which I received last night. I am delighted that this matter has finally been decided according to our wishes; I hasten to let you know, and I embrace you. Your very devoted, F. Paër. Paris, this 25th of April, 1839." This letter has historic significance because it mentions Gustave Vogt, a celebrated 19th-century European oboist and professor at the Paris Conservatoire, and was penned by Paër mere days before his death in Paris on May 3, 1839. Size is 7 x 9.4 inches, 1 page, overall rust tone, in excellent condition.

• Binding: Hardcover

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