Iturbi, José. (1895–1980). Signed Photograph.
Signed photograph of the Basque conductor, harpsichordist and pianist best remembered for his many MGM films from the 1940's starting with "As Thousands Cheers" which undercut his reputation as a serious musician. He was a pupil of Wanda Landowska and often concertized with his pianist sister Amparo. Signed and inscribed and dated 1936. 3.75 x 6.5 in (10 x 16.25 cm). Silvering, else fine.
Iturbi, José. (1895–1980). Signed Photograph.
Signed photograph of the Basque conductor, harpsichordist and pianist best remembered for his many MGM films from the 1940's starting with "As Thousands Cheers" which undercut his reputation as a serious musician. He was a pupil of Wanda Landowska and often concertized with his pianist sister Amparo. Signed and inscribed and dated 1936. 3.75 x 6.5 in (10 x 16.25 cm). Silvering, else fine.