Benedetti Michelangeli, Arturo. (1920–1995). Autograph Contract with La Scala, with Autograph Letter Signed from his Wife.
Original contract signed by the legendary Italian pianist, engaging him to perform Grieg's Piano Concerto in A minor at La Scala, conducted by Alceo Toni, on November 8, 1941. 2 pp.; October 15, 1941. Benedetti Michelangeli was to receive 7,000 lira for the performance. Signed at the foot by the pianist and by a representative of La Scala. Hole punched; some light edge wear; overall fine. 8.75 x 11.25 inches (22 x 28.5 cm).
Together with an autograph letter from Benedetti Michelangeli's wife, Giulia Benedetti Michelangeli, regarding a concert at La Scala on November 24, 1947. November 3, [1947]; 2 pp. She writes that "the fee for concerts with orchestra for the 1947–1948 season is L. 150,000" and asks for a reply as soon as possible, which she "must communicate to my husband in London." Hole punch and light toning; overall fine. 8.25 x 6 inches (21.2 x 15 cm).
Benedetti Michelangeli, Arturo. (1920–1995). Autograph Contract with La Scala, with Autograph Letter Signed from his Wife.
Original contract signed by the legendary Italian pianist, engaging him to perform Grieg's Piano Concerto in A minor at La Scala, conducted by Alceo Toni, on November 8, 1941. 2 pp.; October 15, 1941. Benedetti Michelangeli was to receive 7,000 lira for the performance. Signed at the foot by the pianist and by a representative of La Scala. Hole punched; some light edge wear; overall fine. 8.75 x 11.25 inches (22 x 28.5 cm).
Together with an autograph letter from Benedetti Michelangeli's wife, Giulia Benedetti Michelangeli, regarding a concert at La Scala on November 24, 1947. November 3, [1947]; 2 pp. She writes that "the fee for concerts with orchestra for the 1947–1948 season is L. 150,000" and asks for a reply as soon as possible, which she "must communicate to my husband in London." Hole punch and light toning; overall fine. 8.25 x 6 inches (21.2 x 15 cm).