Old sheet music Fantasia on Queen Topaz Victor Massé Antony Lamotte wine

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Detailed description

Old sheet music visible in the photo, titled "Fantaisie sur la Reine Topaze", arranged by Antony Lamotte based on Victor Massé's opera. This booklet features a cover adorned with period typography, understated and elegant, with decorative elements typical of the late 19th or very early 20th century style. The inscription "Paris. Margueritat, Éditeur. 21, Boulevard Bonne Nouvelle" is clearly legible at the bottom of the page, attesting to a Parisian edition.

The visible side shows slightly aged, cream-colored paper with clear black printing. The main title occupies the center, surrounded by graphic scrolls and secondary inscriptions, such as "Orchestre complet 3f net – Edition Piano dans le même ton 2f net". The mention "G. Dravet" appears at the top right, probably a stamp or a handwritten ownership mark.

The booklet is displayed upright on a stand, in front of an old bookcase in the background, highlighting the heritage aspect of the object. No decor or figurative illustration appears on the cover, apart from the typographical and ornamental elements. The upper edges appear slightly wavy, with a marked right corner, a sign of old use but correct preservation.

The typographical printing is typical of late 19th-century musical editions in Paris, with a elaborate layout, centered on the title of the work and its authors. The paper shows a visible fine grain, with no apparent illustration or annotation on the cover.

This old sheet music is sought after for its musical and historical interest, especially by lovers of classical music and French opera. The Margueritat edition was renowned for the quality of its publications at that time.

Condition

Used item sold as is. The cover shows signs of wear consistent with its age, including slightly creased edges and a general patina. No major defects are visible on the presented side.

Did you know? The opera "La Reine Topaze" was composed by Victor Massé, a 19th-century French composer, known for his lyrical works and contributions to Parisian musical life. Arrangements for piano or orchestra of this type were very common at the time, allowing the dissemination of opera music in salons and musical societies.

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