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Leonard Bernstein's Edison Award, 1968

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Leonard Bernstein's Edison Award, 1968, Last photograph is Leonard Bernstein receiving this Edison Classical Music Award in 1968 The Leonard Bernstein Edison Award, received in 1968, is a significant recognition in the field of classical music. The Edison Classical Music Awards, also known as Edison Klassiek, are prestigious honors presented annually to outstanding classical music recordings. These awards encompass eleven different categories, acknowledging excellence in various aspects of classical music. Leonard Bernstein, a renowned American composer, conductor, and pianist, received this particular Edison Classical Music Award in 1968. The award serves as a testament to Bernstein's exceptional contributions to the world of classical music during that time. The Edison Classical Music Awards are organized and presented by the Edison Award organization, based in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. The organization is responsible for recognizing and celebrating excellence in the recording industry, including classical music. The provenance of this particular Edison Award is notable, as it comes from the estate of Leonard Bernstein. It was included in an auction held by Sotheby's in New York on December 10-11, 1997, where items from Bernstein's estate were offered for sale. Receiving the Leonard Bernstein Edison Award in 1968 highlights Bernstein's exceptional talent, musical achievements, and contributions to the classical music world. It is a testament to his enduring legacy and his impact on the field of music as a whole. Provenance: Sotheby's Property from the Estate of Leonard Bernstein New York 12/10-11 1997
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 10 in (25.4 cm)Width: 3 in (7.62 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
  • Style:
    Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Brass,Bronze,Marble,Cast,Patinated
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1967
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    West Palm Beach, FL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 8990 / SDHU5T27641stDibs: LU2592334500932

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