Vintage Sheet Music Fantaisie sur Giralda Adam Lamotte Paris Margueritat

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Description

Old musical score visible in the photo, titled "Fantaisie sur Giralda". This booklet features a neat typographic cover, typical of the late 19th or very early 20th century, with artistic black lettering on a cream background. The work is a fantasy based on Adam's opéra-comique "Giralda", arranged by A. Lamotte. The whole is published by Margueritat in Paris, 21 boulevard Bonne Nouvelle, as indicated at the bottom of the page.

The visible side shows a cover page presenting the main information: title of the work, name of the original composer (Adam), name of the arranger (A. Lamotte), as well as sales conditions and prices for the different orchestral and piano versions. The text is printed with great legibility, without illustration or graphic ornament other than the typography. In the upper left, the mention "G. Dravet" appears, probably the name of a former owner or performer.

The document is in a wooded environment (bookcase background or wooden box), which emphasizes its ancient and authentic appearance. The corners of the score are slightly rounded, the paper has an ivory tint, typical of old papers, and the visible wear suggests careful but prolonged use. No major tears or pronounced stains are observable on the exposed side.

The overall layout, the publisher's address, and the arrangement of net prices indicate a period printing, intended for professional or enlightened amateur use, probably for orchestra or piano. The absence of barcodes or modern elements confirms the ancient character of this edition.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Slight wear visible on the edges and corners, regular paper patina. No snags or apparent handwritten inscriptions on the visible cover.

Did you know? The opéra-comique "Giralda" was composed in 1850 by Adolphe Adam, also famous for "Le Postillon de Lonjumeau". Fantasy scores based on opera themes were very popular in 19th-century salons and musical societies, allowing amateur musicians to replay the popular tunes of the time at home.

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