The Austrian National Library invites you to delve into a captivating chapter of music history with this special display. Investigate the origins of the Violin Concerto in D-Major, falsely attributed to a ten-year-old Wolfgang Amadé Mozart. This exhibition sheds light on the nature of artistic fraud and its impact on historical records.
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Explore the story behind a violin concerto falsely attributed to a ten-year-old Mozart. This display reveals how Marius Casadesus created a musical forgery in 1931 by arranging Mozart fragments, presenting it as a newly discovered work.
The Austrian National Library presents a special object display focusing on a significant musical forgery: the Violin Concerto in D-Major (KV Anh. C 14.05). Initially presented in 1931 by Marius Casadesus, who arranged fragments and attributed the work to a ten-year-old Wolfgang Amadé Mozart, the piece also included fabricated details about its origin at the court of Versailles and dedication to Princess Adelaide. The deception was only uncovered in 1977 during a copyright dispute, highlighting the prevalence of musical hoaxes and 'borrowed' melodies throughout history. This display provides insight into the nature of artistic fraud and how such fabrications can enter the historical record.
This event takes place in the Prunksaal and is free of charge. Visitors are encouraged to use public transport for a climate-friendly arrival.
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