Cassadó, Gaspar. (1897–1966)

Signed Photograph

Signed halftone photograph of the influential Spanish cellist and composer, dated April 20, 1937. His facsimile signature is reproduced over the image and he has signed below and dated at the head. Mounted on a small card. 3.5 x 5.5 inches (9 x 14 cm).

Gaspar Cassadó, the leading student of Casals, also studied with Ravel and de Falla. He was one of the last great composer-performers and many of his idiomatic works for cello continue to be performed today. Cassado loved Italy, and settled in Florence, where he lived for over thirty years. He died there in 1966 of a heart attack, after a strenuous tour of a flood stricken area of Florence where he was raising funds for those who had been devastated by the natural catastrophe.

From the collection of Monique Paravicini Simon (1916-2003), who was active in the world of dance and involved in the Ballets Russes de Monte Carlo. (15156)
Signed Photograph
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