Grove, George. (1820–1900). Signed Cabinet Photograph.
Uncommon signed cabinet photograph of the founding editor of Grove's Dictionary of Music and Musicians and the first director of the Royal College of Music. He is shown in a portrait by Mayall & Co. of Brighton and has signed at the lower left. A few light spots and edge wear; overall fine. 4.25 x 6.5 inches (10.9 x 16.5 cm).
This is the first signed photograph of Grove we have seen.
Grove, George. (1820–1900). Signed Cabinet Photograph.
Uncommon signed cabinet photograph of the founding editor of Grove's Dictionary of Music and Musicians and the first director of the Royal College of Music. He is shown in a portrait by Mayall & Co. of Brighton and has signed at the lower left. A few light spots and edge wear; overall fine. 4.25 x 6.5 inches (10.9 x 16.5 cm).
This is the first signed photograph of Grove we have seen.