Rosé String Quartet. (1883-1938)
Signed Photograph
A rare postcard photograph signed by the complete members of the legendary quartet in its most successful formation (ca. 1905-1920): Arnold Rosé, Paul Fischer, Anton Rusitzka, and Friedrich Buxbaum. The quartet is shown as photographed by d'Ora of Vienna, and the members have signed at the right of the image. Light toning; overall in fine condition. 5.5 x 3.5 inches (14 x 9 cm).Led by Arnold Rosé (1863-1946), who was Mahler's brother-in-law and who worked closely with Brahms and others, the quartet was active for 55 years and gave first performances of works by Brahms, Reger, Pfitzner, Korngold, Schmidt, Schoenberg (first 2 Quartets) and Webern (Five Movements). (13652)
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