Sale 2461 - Autographs, November 7, 2017

202 c   SCHUMANN, ROBERT. Autograph Letter Signed, “R. Schumann,” to music publisher Michael Schloß, in German, stating that he has responded to his sister, and asking what type of composition he prefers. 1 page, 8vo, with integral address leaf; faint scattered staining, remnants of prior mounting at corners and sides verso, faint toning at edges, vertical fold touching signature, cancelled 1 Silbergroschen postage stamp on address leaf. Düsseldorf, 18 March 1851 [2,500/3,500] “You will excuse me that my large work load has kept me from responding until today. I responded briefly to your sister. I prefer that you leave me out; I hope to speak with you further about this some time. “I also owe you a reply to the publisher’s inquiry that you sent me earlier. I would like to know what genre of composition you prefer, and then I will provide you with more details.”