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'The Duke praised his performance', (1907). Creator: Unknown.
2-720-403 - The Print Collector/Heritage Images
'The Duke praised his performance', (1907).. Johann Adolf I, Duke of Saxe-Weissenfels, admires the young Handel's musical talent: 'the Duke commanded that Handel should be brought before him. When the boy appeared he patted him on the head, and praised his performance, telling him that he was sure that he would make a good musician.' From "Story-Lives of Great Musicians", by F.J. Rowbotham. [Wells Gardner, Darton & Co. Ltd, London, 1907]
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People Information
Creator
- Unknown, attributed to: :
Subject
- George Frideric Handel: German: Composer, musician
- Johann Adolf I, Duke of Saxe-Weissenfels: German: Nobleman
People Related
- Frances Jameson Rowbotham: British: Author, writer
- Wells Gardner, Darton and Co: : Publisher, publishers, publishing company
Digital Image Size
Pixel Dimensions (W x H) : 5028x4220
File Size : 62,163kb
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- 0580068107
- 2-720-403
- 2720403