Gilels, Emil. (1916–1985). Signed Photograph.
Original Bender of New York portrait of the Soviet pianist seated at the piano, signed boldly with his name alone "Emil Gilels." Handstamp, "Sol Hurok presents Emil Gilels, Pianist..." to verso. 10 x 8 inches (25.4 x 20.5 cm). Lower right corner bumped; minor creases; else in fine condition.
Gilels was one of the first Soviet artists, along with David Oistrakh, allowed to travel after the Second World War and give concerts in the West. His American debut was in October 1955, with the Philadelphia Orchestra under Eugene Ormandy.
From the collection of Paul McMahon, a critic, photographer and artist who worked for more than 13 years touring with Marlene Dietrich as the icon’s stage manager, announcer, dresser, secretary and escort, and later spent 25 years as an arts and entertainment reviewer and photographer with Gay Community News, Esplanade, Tommy’s Connection, The Mirror, Bay Windows and other publications.
Gilels, Emil. (1916–1985). Signed Photograph.
Original Bender of New York portrait of the Soviet pianist seated at the piano, signed boldly with his name alone "Emil Gilels." Handstamp, "Sol Hurok presents Emil Gilels, Pianist..." to verso. 10 x 8 inches (25.4 x 20.5 cm). Lower right corner bumped; minor creases; else in fine condition.
Gilels was one of the first Soviet artists, along with David Oistrakh, allowed to travel after the Second World War and give concerts in the West. His American debut was in October 1955, with the Philadelphia Orchestra under Eugene Ormandy.
From the collection of Paul McMahon, a critic, photographer and artist who worked for more than 13 years touring with Marlene Dietrich as the icon’s stage manager, announcer, dresser, secretary and escort, and later spent 25 years as an arts and entertainment reviewer and photographer with Gay Community News, Esplanade, Tommy’s Connection, The Mirror, Bay Windows and other publications.