Shostakovich, Dimitri. (1906-1975) [Shirinsky, Vasily Petrovich. (1901–1965)] Autograph Note at New Year

Shostakovich, Dimitri. (1906-1975) [Shirinsky, Vasily Petrovich. (1901–1965)]

Autograph Note at New Year

Autograph note from the important composer to the widow and children of violinist Vasily Petrovich Shirinsky, a founding member of the Beethoven Quartet, to whose memory Shostakovich's Eleventh Quartet is dedicated. Zhukovsky, December 29, 1970. Translated from the Russian: "Dear Nina Borisovna, Nina Vasilievna, Sasha, Please accept our warmest greetings for the New Year. Wishing you all the best. Yours, N. and D. Shostakovich." 14.5 x 20 cm. Together with the original envelope in the composer's hand, 15.2 x 9.8 cm. In very fine condition. (12838)

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