Author: Schumann, Clara.

Format: Autograph note signed in ink on Schumann’s visiting card, inscribed in two hands, dated “Dresden 18th November 1894” (likely by recipient Marie Sewell), 1p, 6.5 x 10cm.

Note in German includes “Der lieben Frau Sewell, mit Freude ein herzliches. Dank für die gesandten freundlichen. Grüße von Clara Schumann. (To dear Mrs. Sewell, with joy, a heartfelt thanks for the friendly greetings sent).”

Clara Josephine Schumann (1819–1896) was a German composer and pianist, regarded as one of the most distinguished pianists of the Romantic era. Her husband was the composer Robert Schumann (1810–1856).

Marie Sewell (1829–1904) was a pianist and student of Clara’s father, Friedrich Wiecks. Marie’s daughter Teresita studied piano with Clara at the Hoch Conservatory in Frankfurt for two semesters in 1878/1879. Ref: Sophie Drinker Institut.

Slight foxing and stains to edges, laid-down on paper.