Influential daughter of Franz Liszt and second wife of Richard Wagner, known for directing the Bayreuth Festival (1837–1930). ALS in German, signed “C. Wagner,” four pages on two adjoining sheets, 5 x 7, April 21, 1896. Letter to “My dear Princess,” in part (translated): “I’ve sent my son your charming souvenir…He will thank you himself…he will always remember the friendly interest the Prince your husband showed him as a child…Will send Joukowsky’s sketches to an exposition in Paris. I’ve asked my daughter Gravina to send the drawings.” She also mentions sold out performances of the Ring-Cycle and notes the Princess’s recommendation of a singer. In fine condition, with a few small circular stains. Paul von Joukowsky was the set designer for Parsifal. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.
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