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Lot #877
Enrico Caruso

“The letter is to be given to him in case of my death”

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“The letter is to be given to him in case of my death”

ALS in Italian, two pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.75 x 6.75, Conrad Uhl’s Hotel Bristol letterhead, Berlin, October 26, 1908. Letter to his lawyer, Silvio Berti. In full (translated): “As I am leaving tonight for Bremen—and from there I will sail for New York tomorrow—I have written a letter for my brother Giovanni. The letter is to be given to him in case of my death. He is to open it in front of witnesses so that my last wishes can be followed.” A vertical fold to the right border, some light foxing and a small tear where pages adjoin, and a few brushes to ink, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Rare Manuscript, Document & Autograph
  • Dates: #402 - Ended February 13, 2013





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