Rachmaninoff, Sergei. (1873–1943)

Original Candid Photograph

Unique original candid photograph of the important pianist and composer, who is shown standing by the hood of a car, wearing a coat and hat and holding a cigarette. Very light silvering at the lower edge; overall in fine condition. 4.25 x 6 inches (10.8 x 15.1 cm). From the collection of Alexander Siloti. 

Siloti taught at the Moscow Conservatory, where his students included Alexander Goldenweiser, Leonid Maximov, and his first cousin Sergei Rachmaninoff. As a conductor, he gave the world premiere of Rachmaninoff's Piano Concerto No. 2 with the composer as soloist in 1901.  (15802)
Unsigned Photograph
Classical Music