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Wagner, Richard - death mask by Benvenutti, 14 February 1883

 Item — Box: A22

Dates

  • Creation: 14 February 1883

Extent

From the Collection: 29.0 Linear feet (22 custom sized boxes and 2 loose objects)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Provenance

Mary Louise Curtis Bok purchased the mask through Charles Scribner and Sons in 1937. For the 50 years prior to this purchase, the death mask is reported to have belonged to a musician who remains unknown. During the directorship of Efrem Zimbalist it was on display in the Zimbalist Room.

Repository Details

Part of the Curtis Institute of Music Archives Repository

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