British composer (1842–1900) best known for his collaborations on more than a dozen classic comic operas with librettist W. S. Gilbert. Signed book: the score for The Light of the World. London: J. B. Cramer & Co., 1873. Leatherbound hardcover, 8 x 10.5, 275 pages. Signed and inscribed on the dedication page in black ink, “To R. Taylor, Jr., with the kind regards and thanks of Arthur Sullivan, 1874.” In very good condition, with moderate to heavy foxing to signed page and throughout the score, and significant marks, chips, and cracks to the leather cover. Accompanied by an attractive custom-made clamshell presentation case. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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