Composer. Although he won the Prix de Rome in 1857 with Le Docteur Miracle, his efforts to achieve a reputation as an operatic composer were largely unsuccessful. His masterpiece was the four-act opera Carmen, completed just before his untimely death from heart disease. ALS in French, one page, 5.25 x 8, no date. Bizet cancels a meeting with a friend but sends his thanks. In part, “Charles will tell you about the sad circumstances that prevents me from seeing you today. But I don’t want to put off any longer thanking you for the two tickets. You made two people happy.” Several creases and folds, none affecting legibility and a touch of light toning, otherwise fine condition. COA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.
