Diary Entry of April 21, 1870
Duefflipp reports that the king disliked Wagner’s last letter and still wants Heinrich Forges chosen for Die Walkuere, a proposal Wagner and Cosima reject outright. Wagner then completes Hagen’s Watch, restoring creative momentum after the bureaucratic blow. Garden time, a long walk, and a drive in the green outfit give the children and household a lighter close.
Thursday, April 21:
With the children; R. has received a letter from Councilor Düfflipp saying that the King was unpleasantly surprised by his last letter and asks him to choose Heinrich Porges after all. Our Non possumus to this. Then R. completes “Hagen’s Watch.” Afternoon in the garden. R. goes for a long walk. Go for a drive in the green outfit, to the children’s joy.