Sketches of the Musical World No. 1
Print
1831 (published)
1831 (published)
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Nicolò Paganini (1782-1840) was an Italian virtuoso violinist. The date of this print, June 3rd 1831, was Paganini's hotly anticipated official debut in London. Surrounding him are his astounded musical ensemble, including violinist Nicolas Mori, cellist Robert Lindley, double bass player Domenico Dragonetti and a keyboard player, probably Sir George Smart, with conductor Michael Costa standing to the right.
Object details
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| Title | Sketches of the Musical World No. 1 (generic title) |
| Materials and techniques | Printed paper |
| Brief description | Print depicting Nicolò Paganini as 'The Modern Orpheus', 1831 |
| Physical description | Black and white print mounted on card, depicting the violinist Nicolò Paganini performing to a group of musicians at the Opera House on June 3rd 1831. The print is titled 'The Modern Orpheus' and sub-titled, 'Sketches of the Musical World No.1, to be continued'. |
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| Credit line | Gabrielle Enthoven Collection |
| Object history | Given to the Gabrielle Enthoven Collection by L.E. Berman, and inscribed on the reverse of the print: 'Given by L. E. Berman Esq. November 1937'. |
| Subject depicted | |
| Summary | Nicolò Paganini (1782-1840) was an Italian virtuoso violinist. The date of this print, June 3rd 1831, was Paganini's hotly anticipated official debut in London. Surrounding him are his astounded musical ensemble, including violinist Nicolas Mori, cellist Robert Lindley, double bass player Domenico Dragonetti and a keyboard player, probably Sir George Smart, with conductor Michael Costa standing to the right. |
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| Accession number | S.129-2017 |
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| Record created | January 27, 2017 |
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