[Bound collection of piano-forte pieces c.1825, belonging to Helen Simpson, incl.] Instructions for the piano forte ; Mrs. Macdonald ; I love thee ; Crazy Jane [etc]

Cramer, J. B. (Johann Baptist) (1771-1858) [et al]

London : Chappell & Co [et al], 1825. First Edition. Good copy in a custom binding of decoratively gilt-blocked half black leather over marble boards, with marbled edges. Black leather label mounted on front board, gilt-blocked with the name "Helen Simpson." Boards somewhat scuffed, with edges rubbed. Spine surface and joints similarly rubbed, with the front joint split (but holding secure internally, with hinge strong). Very good internally; some very faint foxing and offsetting as expected from age, with an overall clean impression. Several pieces signed and dated by Helen Simpson. Despite evidence of frequent, if careful use, the volume remains well-preserved overall. Item #456354

Date is suggested. Physical description; 1 volume, variously paginated : music ; 34 cm. Notes; A custom-bound collection of engraved sheet music published in the early 19th century. Contents; The volume opens with J.B. Cramer's 'Instructions for the piano forte' (third edition, c.1816), a 52-page tutorial with lessons and preludes. A selection of popular contemporary sheet music follows, including: Philip Knapton's variations on the Scotch air 'Mrs. Macdonald' (c.1817); Thomas Valentine's divertimento introducing Henry Bishop's duet 'I love thee' (c.1824); and Miss Abrams's setting of Matthew Lewis's song 'Crazy Jane' (c.1810); and several others. Subjects; Piano - Instruction and study - 19th century, Piano music - 19th century - Scores, Songs with piano - 19th century - Scores, Sheet music - England - London - 19th century.

Price: €125.00