Rare Autographed portrait of Russian composer Igor Stravinsky. Dated 1934..

Description: Otto Christensen ( 1898-1982) Autographed portrait of Russian composer Igor Stravinsky. Dimensions: 10 x 14 inches. 26 x 37 cm. 17 x 22 inches inclusive the frame. Description: pencil on paper. Mounted on white cardboard. Signed and dated 1934 by the artist, to the lower right. Inscribed, autographed and dated by Igor Stravinsky to the lower left. Portrayal of famous Russian composer Igor Stravinsky performing with the with the Danish National Symphony Orchestra in march 1934 in Copenhagen. The Danish Newspaper, Dagens nyheder, reported that Igor Stravinsky that evening was the soloist in his own Capriccio for Piano and Orchestra and was conducted by fellow Russian, Nicolai Malko. Dagens nyheder also published an interview with Igor Stravinsky on 21 March 1934 where Igor Stravinsky expressed gratitude for the Danish audience and how he won’t forget how kind the Danes were towards him and his music, when he first performed in Copenhagen in 1924. A time when his music was considered controversial. Igor Stravinsky also stated that what he loves the most about Denmark is that it’s the homeland of Danish author, Hans Christian Andersen. Igor Stravinsky visited Denmark five times. Four of them were regular performances in 1924,1925,1934 and 1935. The fifth and last time was in May 1959 when he performed at The Danish Music and Ballet Festival and received the Léonie Sonnings Music Prize. This outstanding drawing was done by Danish painter and newspaper Illustrator, Otto Christensen ( 1898-1982). Otto Christensen worked for the Danish Newspaper, Dagens nyheder and personally met and sketched Igor Stravinsky during his visits to Denmark. This drawing was particular special as Igor Stravinsky autographed it for him and since kept it in his private collection. After Otto Christensen’s death in 1982. A large part of his collection was sold by his widow and has since been in a private Danish collection until now. A certificate of authenticity and a letter of provenance will be included with this work. (please note that we will ship the drawing with its frame but without the glass to prevent damage during transit. Rare Autographed portrait of Russian composer Igor Stravinsky. Dated 1934.. Rare Autographed portrait of Russian composer Igor Stravinsky. Dated 1934.. Click images to enlarge Description Otto Christensen ( 1898-1982) Autographed portrait of Russian composer Igor Stravinsky. Dimensions: 10 x 14 inches. 26 x 37 cm. 17 x 22 inches inclusive the frame. Description: pencil on paper. Mounted on white cardboard. Signed and dated 1934 by the artist, to the lower right. Inscribed, autographed and dated by Igor Stravinsky to the lower left. Portrayal of famous Russian composer Igor Stravinsky performing with the with the Danish National Symphony Orchestra in march 1934 in Copenhagen. The Danish Newspaper, Dagens nyheder, reported that Igor Stravinsky that evening was the soloist in his own Capriccio for Piano and Orchestra and was conducted by fellow Russian, Nicolai Malko. Dagens nyheder also published an interview with Igor Stravinsky on 21 March 1934 where Igor Stravinsky expressed gratitude for the Danish audience and how he won’t forget how kind the Danes were towards him and his music, when he first performed in Copenhagen in 1924. A time when his music was considered controversial. Igor Stravinsky also stated that what he loves the most about Denmark is that it’s the homeland of Danish author, Hans Christian Andersen. Igor Stravinsky visited Denmark five times. Four of them were regular performances in 1924,1925,1934 and 1935. The fifth and last time was in May 1959 when he performed at The Danish Music and Ballet Festival and received the Léonie Sonnings Music Prize. This outstanding drawing was done by Danish painter and newspaper Illustrator, Otto Christensen ( 1898-1982). Otto Christensen worked for the Danish Newspaper, Dagens nyheder and personally met and sketched Igor Stravinsky during his visits to Denmark. This drawing was particular special as Igor Stravinsky autographed it for him and since kept it in his private collection. After Otto Christensen’s death in 1982. A large part of his collection was sold by his widow and has since been in a private Danish collection until now. A certificate of authenticity and a letter of provenance will be included with this work. (please note that we will ship the drawing with its frame but without the glass to prevent damage during transit. Condition: In near mint condition. There are some spots of dirt on the surrounding white cardboard but none on the drawing itself. The frame has minor scratches due to the age. Otto Christensen ( 1898-1982) Danish painter and newspaper Illustrator. Otto Christensen has been referred to as the master of the Danish newspaper portrait. He worked for the Danish newspapers, Dagens Nyheder, Nationaltidende from 1921 as well as the papers, Ekstra Bladet and Berlingske Tidende from 1931-1980. He became particularly known for his precise and vivid portrait drawings, and portrayed politicians musicians, and famous culture icons. Simone de Beauvoir, Dwight D. Eisenhower, Karen Blixen, Niels Bohr, Oscar Pettiford and more. When Otto Christensen made his drawings his principal purpose was to capture the distinctive character of his models. As a result he avoided definite lines but allowed his observations to guide his hand. As in his observations of others Otto C. was a journalist to the very bone, his drawings were of an incredibly varied nature, from evocative shadowy drawings to those with clear, simple lines, and from out-and-out immediate impressions to carefully prepared, self-assured portraits. Otto Christensen was stationed abroad and worked during the 1930s and 1940s in Paris and Berlin and later in Holland and the United Kingdom. In 1967, he became a member of the American institute of fine arts. He debuted at the Artists Fall Exhibition in Copenhagen in 1916 and exhibited at the Maison Danoir. Paris 1956. Musee des beaux-arts, Paris 1964. The Royal Charlottenborg show from 1940-1972. And memorial show at Gallery Asbaek: 1985 Shipping fees: United States/ Canada: 45 dollars. ( delivery time: About 3 - 5 working days.) European union : Free shipping. ( delivery time: About About 2 - 3 working days.) United Kingdom : 45 Dollars ( delivery time: About About 2 - 3 working days.) Other countries ( Please contact us) Safe packing, handling, full insurance, online tracking and delivery confirmation is included. Special shipping reduction offer for multiple purchases. 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Price: 3600 USD

Location: Copenhagen

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Rare Autographed portrait of Russian composer Igor Stravinsky. Dated 1934..

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All returns accepted: Returns Accepted

Item must be returned within: 14 Days

Refund will be given as: Money Back

Dimensions:: 17 x 22 inches inclusive the frame.

Originality: Original

Listed By: Dealer or Reseller

Subject: Ballerina, Cartoons & Caricatures, Concerts, Dancing, Figures, Inspirational, Men, Musical Bands & Groups, Musical Instruments, Operas, Silhouettes, composer Igor Stravinsky., Danish National Symphony Orchestra

Style: Art Deco, Cubism, Figurative Art, Illustration Art, Portraiture, Realism

Size: Medium (up to 36 in wide)

Region of Origin: Europe

Features: One of a Kind (OOAK), Framed

Painting Surface: Paper

Quantity Type: Single-Piece Work

Color: Multi-Color

Year: 1934

Country/Region of Manufacture: Denmark

Framing: Framed

Handmade: Yes

Original/Licensed Reproduction: Original