ARNOLD ROSE Spanish Dance / SARASTE (1908) Violin HOLY GRAIL Org. 12" ED1 78rpm
$
515
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Description
Museum-level rarity – one of the earliest known recordings by Arnold Rosé, offered here for the first time on eBay.
Legendary Austrian violinist, long-time concertmaster of the Vienna Philharmonic (over 50 years) and leader of the Rosé Quartet. Close collaborator of Gustav Mahler and a central figure of Vienna’s golden musical era.
Label: Monarch Record “Gramophone” (Berlin)
Pressing: Early acoustic original from 1908
A: Sarasate – "Zigeunerweisen"
B: Sarasate – "Spanischer Tanz"
A powerful, highly expressive performance showcasing Rosé’s refined tone and virtuosity - among the earliest surviving documents of this tradition.
RARITY:
Offered on eBay for the first time - this exact pressing has not appeared on the market here before. Comparable Arnold Rosé recordings have reached around $1000, underlining strong collector demand for early issues of this kind.
CONDITION (VJM): E-
Clean and glossy surface, showing only light scuffs and couple short marks / signs of use for its age.
Slight dish warp (center sits slightly lower than the outer edge), typical for early shellac records and not uncommon.
Playback:
• A-side plays excellent and stable throughout
• B-side plays very well, though the first grooves may require slightly increased needle weight for optimal tracking; thereafter plays cleanly
No cracks, no edge chips. A superb, investment-grade example of an exceptionally rare early violin recording
SHIPPING
Professionally packed in a strong box, between thick cardboard sheets and softening material for full protection.
Bid with confidence: 700+ records sold and 100% positive feedback.
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