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Description
Original Handwritten Envelope by Richard Strauss
Offered is an original envelope addressed entirely in the hand of legendary German composer and conductor Richard Strauss (1864β1949).
This historic postal cover features:
* Handwritten recipient address by Richard Strauss
* Original German postage stamp
* Special commemorative cancellation from Garmisch-Partenkirchen for the IV Olympic Winter Games (1936)
* Reverse with Milan arrival postmark
* Mailed to Italy
The envelope is addressed to:
Signor Adriano Degli Occhi
Deputato al Parlamento
R. Conservatorio S. Pietro a Majella
Napoli, Italy
The reverse bears Italian postal markings including a Milan arrival stamp and official transit markings.
This is an excellent historical artifact connecting one of the greatest composers of the 20th century with an important period in European history.
Item Details
* Author: Richard Strauss
* Type: Handwritten addressed envelope
* Date: February 1936 (Olympic commemorative cancel)
* Origin: Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany
* Destination: Naples, Italy
* Material: Original postal envelope
* Autograph: Handwritten address by Richard Strauss (not a full signature)
Historical Significance
Richard Strauss composed some of the most celebrated operas and orchestral works of the late Romantic era, including Der Rosenkavalier, Also sprach Zarathustra, Ein Heldenleben, and Salome. Original postal material personally handwritten by Strauss is scarce and highly collectible, particularly examples with well-preserved historical postal markings.
Condition
* Original vintage condition
* Light age toning
* Minor edge and corner wear
* Postal creases from mailing
* No major tears noted
* See photographs for complete condition assessment
From a private historical autograph collection.
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Item Specifics
* Autograph Authentication: Not Authenticated
* Industry: Classical Music
* Signed By: Richard Strauss
* Original/Reproduction: Original
* Country/Region of Manufacture: Germany
* Type: Handwritten Postal Envelope
* Year: 1936
* Features: Olympic commemorative cancellation, mailed cover
This is a rare handwritten envelope addressed by legendary composer Richard Strauss, known for his incredible contributions to the world of music. The item is a true gem for collectors of autographs and music memorabilia.
The original hand written envelope and the item has been well-preserved over the years. The autograph was obtained from Germany, the country where the composer lived and worked for a major part of his life. This would make a wonderful addition to any music lover's collection.
