Klemperer, Otto. (1885–1973). Signed Photograph. Signed bust portrait photograph the German-born conductor and composer. Though best known as one of the twentieth century’s greatest interpreters of the core German repertoire, he also premiered important works by the likes of Janácek, Stravinsky, and Schönberg. 11.5 x 15.5 cm. Signed "Always, Otto Klemperer." In fine condition, a dedication added in a different hand. Especially rare in signed photographs.
In 1939, after completing the summer season with the Los Angeles Philharmonic, Klemperer was diagnosed with a brain tumor and the subsequent surgery to remove it, left him partially paralyzed. The shaky writing on the present example is due to this.
In 1939, after completing the summer season with the Los Angeles Philharmonic, Klemperer was diagnosed with a brain tumor and the subsequent surgery to remove it, left him partially paralyzed. The shaky writing on the present example is due to this.
Klemperer, Otto. (1885–1973). Signed Photograph. Signed bust portrait photograph the German-born conductor and composer. Though best known as one of the twentieth century’s greatest interpreters of the core German repertoire, he also premiered important works by the likes of Janácek, Stravinsky, and Schönberg. 11.5 x 15.5 cm. Signed "Always, Otto Klemperer." In fine condition, a dedication added in a different hand. Especially rare in signed photographs.
In 1939, after completing the summer season with the Los Angeles Philharmonic, Klemperer was diagnosed with a brain tumor and the subsequent surgery to remove it, left him partially paralyzed. The shaky writing on the present example is due to this.
In 1939, after completing the summer season with the Los Angeles Philharmonic, Klemperer was diagnosed with a brain tumor and the subsequent surgery to remove it, left him partially paralyzed. The shaky writing on the present example is due to this.