[ Autograph ] Arthur Rubinstein 1887-1982 American pianist. A child prodigy, Rubinstein's career spanned 70 years and included over 200 recordings. his verve and "golden tone" made him one of the greatest concert pianists of the century. T.L.S. 1p. 4to., Beverly Hills, Cal. Aug. 28, 1950 to noted publisher Cornelius Vanderbilt, Jr., declining to support a political candidate. In part: '...being completely absorbed in musical and general artistic matters, I reframed from taking any part in politics. I always considered politics a full time activity and never liked a casual approach to it.." Very good, boldly signed.