Fryderyk Chopin (1810 – 1849)

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Lot 7051. Frederic Chopin Autograph Letter Signed on His Travels: “I’m leaving in 15 or 20 days” Polish composer (1810-1849) considered one of the great masters of Romantic music. Rare ALS in French, signed “Chopin,” one page, 4 x 5.25, April 10, [no year, likely circa 1845]. Handwritten letter regarding his travels, possibly to the composer’s pupil Friederike Müller. In part: (translated): “I’m leaving in 15 or 20 days—I’ll be back in the month of September or October. I thank you for your good memories.” He adds a handwritten postscript: “A thousand compliments to your aunt.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a later bust-length 6 x 7.75 portrait etching of the composer by the German artist Wilhelm Pech, signed in pencil by Pech. Published in Correspondance de Frédéric Chopin, Volume 3: La gloire, 1840-1849, no. 579. Previously in the collection of John and Johanna Bass, founders of the Bass Museum of Art in Miami, Florida. Starting $1,000. Estimate $20,000 – 30,000. RR Auction. 09/20/25

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