Feuermann, Emanuel. (1902–1942)

Original Photograph swearing allegiance to the United States

Interesting original press photograph dated 11/30/38 of the great cellist and his wife, "exiled four years ago from his post as head of the cello department of the famous Berlin Hochschuler Fur Musik...swearing their allegiance to this country as they took out their first naturalization papers at the Federal Building today. Their wish to become 'real Americans' and to have their infant daugher, Monica, grow up to be 'a real American girl' was given by them as the reason for the move." 20.5 x 15 cm and in fine condition. (10014)

Unsigned Photo
Classical Music