Remarkable Italian violinist and composer (1782–1840) generally regarded as the greatest virtuoso in the history of the instrument. Paganini’s striking appearance and seemingly superhuman skill on the instrument led many to believe that he was in league with the devil, an image he did nothing to dispel. His fiendishly demanding (and sometimes beautiful) works for the violin, particularly the Caprices, remain a cornerstone of the repertoire. Scarce partly-printed DS, in French, one page, 8 x 3.5, July 11, 1838. Signed receipt for 3000 francs received in Paris, signed at the bottom in ink by Paganini. In very good condition, with scattered toning and soiling, ink cancellation through last name and to body of the document, mild show-through from endorsements on reverse, central vertical fold, and small tack hole and pencil notation to left edge, otherwise very good condition.
In 1836, Paganini went to Paris to establish a casino. Its immediate failure left him in financial ruins, and he auctioned off his personal effects, including his musical instruments, to recuperate his losses. Paganini is rare in any form. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RRAuction COA.
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