Nikisch, Arthur. (1855-1922)
Signed Photograph to George Hamlin
Large original signed photograph of the important conductor, the first conduct Bruckner's 7th Symphony and the first to record Beethoven's complete 5th Symphony. Nikisch has signed and inscribed the image to "Mr. George Hamlin in affectionate remembrance" and has dated it Feb. 6th, 1905. 7.75 x 11.75 inches [20 x 30 cm]. Yellowed tape and tears along the upper edge affecting the first line of the inscription and first letter of the signature, small surface losses and chips to upper edge and lower right corner, mounting remnants on verso, otherwise good.The American tenor George Hamlin (1868-1923) was a student of George Henschel. He made a European tour 1904-5, and sang with the Chicago Opera Co., 1911-15, but achieved his principal reputation as an oratorio and lieder singer. He was known particularly for his advocacy of the songs of Richard Strauss.
Regarded as one of the founders of modern conducting , Nikisch held posts as principal conductor of the Boston Symphony Orchestra, the Gewandausorchester in Leipzig and the Berlin Philharmonic. (11880)
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