Prussian-born conductor and composer (1862–1950) who was the longtime leader of the New York Symphony Orchestra. His 1896 opera The Scarlet Letter, adapted from the eponymous novel, was evidently the first such venture based on a work by Hawthorne. Vintage sepia matte-finish 10 x 8 photo of Damrosch at the piano, signed in fountain pen in the lower border and adding “‘Glowing flames shall burn around thee’ Walkure, July 22/1927” in the upper border. Framed to an overall size of 11.5 x 9.5. In fine condition, with scattered light creases and soiling. RRAuction COA.
