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Bosco, Bartolomeo
Signor Bosco’s Programme of Magic & Ventriloquism. Aberdeen: Keith & Guild, 1855
Broadside (418 x 245 mm). Coated paper pictorially printed in blue depicting Balmoral Castle and magical accoutrements; old folds, a few tiny holes costing three or so letters, some discoloration along edges and folds. Mounted, framed, and glazed; not examined out of frame.
"This playbill was issued to commemorate the performance … for Queen Elizabeth at Balmoral Castle. … We can tell from the bill…that Bosco presented a mixed program showcasing his manipulative skills." The royal reaction was apparently favorable, as the next day Bosco's manager, W.J.L Millar, "received a letter pronouncing Her Royal Highness' satisfaction and an unexpected payment, the hefty sum of fifty pounds" (EE).
REFERENCE:
EE 132-3
Condition Report:
Condition as described in catalogue entry.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
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Bosco, Bartolomeo
Signor Bosco’s Programme of Magic & Ventriloquism. Aberdeen: Keith & Guild, 1855
Broadside (418 x 245 mm). Coated paper pictorially printed in blue depicting Balmoral Castle and magical accoutrements; old folds, a few tiny holes costing three or so letters, some discoloration along edges and folds. Mounted, framed, and glazed; not examined out of frame.
"This playbill was issued to commemorate the performance … for Queen Elizabeth at Balmoral Castle. … We can tell from the bill…that Bosco presented a mixed program showcasing his manipulative skills." The royal reaction was apparently favorable, as the next day Bosco's manager, W.J.L Millar, "received a letter pronouncing Her Royal Highness' satisfaction and an unexpected payment, the hefty sum of fifty pounds" (EE).
REFERENCE:
EE 132-3
Condition Report:
Condition as described in catalogue entry.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.