Two Spanish Boleros for the Harp and Piano Forte
1810, the harp notation by Philippe-Jacques Meyer. 5pp.
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Printing Details
Early printing. Disbound from a larger work. 32 × 23.5cm. 5pp.
An original Regency-era piece containing harp arrangements of two Spanish Boleros by the French harpist, teacher, and composer Philippe-Jacques Meyer (1737–1819).
Although undated on the title page itself, this edition is dated to May 1810 based on its entry in the Stationers' Hall register, aligning precisely with the imprint of Robert Birchall operating from 133 New Bond Street (where the firm was based between 1791 and 1819). Note that this piece comprises the harp part of the arrangement.
Condition
Fair condition. As mentioned, and as is usual for music of this age, the sheets are disbound. There is age-related tanning to the pages but the print and plate marks are readable. Page 3 has some wear to the fore-edge but not affecting text and page 3–5 has a small hole in the lower margin, the last page with some loss over the stave but it doesn't look like any notes have been erased. Please see the picture of this.
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Price
£20.00
