Lucia di Lammermoor - retailer Novello's Original Octavo Edition 1913 - Sheet Music

Novello's Edition of Lucia di Lammermoor from at least 1913 This hardcover book of the vocal score was translated into English, this particular copy was given as a prize by the Guildhall School of Music in October 1913 to Doris C Etherington, as seen on the bookplate on the front end paper. The book itself could be from an earlier date.

Vincent Novello 1781 -1861 produced music for the masses, originally by subscription. He was an English musician, chorister & organist with an Italian father. He also composed sacred music. In 1811 he founded Novello & Co, in 1819 his eldest son J Alfred, who was a bass singer, became the publisher, introducing cheap music to the public.

Details & Condition
I advise viewing all of the photos
Approximate size 26 1/2 cm x 19 cm
Approximate weight 652 gr
216 Pages
Hardback on board
Gilt Page Edges
Impressed decoration to front & back covers
Some yellowing & foxing to pages
Wear to edges
The black front & end papers don't appear to be the same with other books in the series, maybe it was done because the opera is a tragedy or perhaps specially for the school of music.
The binding is in good condition
The front cover has dark spotting, I've not attempted to remove it. I suggest seeking expert advice before attempting to do so.

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