[Violinists & Cellists] Piatigorsky, Gregor. (1903–1976) Playing

[Violinists & Cellists] Piatigorsky, Gregor. (1903–1976)

Playing "Don Quixote" - Original Press Photograph

Dramatic 1945 press photograph of the great Russian American cellist, rehearsing Strauss' "Don Quixote" with the Chicago Symphony. Piatigorsky is photographed from below, showing his legendary technique and intense expression. Strauss is said to have commented on Piatigorsky's playing of the work, "Now I've heard my Don Quixote as I imagined him." Light scratches and creasing; unevenly trimmed; overall in good condition. 21.8 x 28 cm. (12962)

Unsigned Photograph Classical Music