Italian composer (1858–1924) who earned a central place in the operatic pantheon with such repertoire staples as La Bohème, Madama Butterfly, and Tosca. Vintage 3.5 x 5.5 postcard photo of Puccini in an overcoat and fedora with a cigarette tucked between his lips, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To F. W. Waggett, Giacomo Puccini 1913.” In fine condition, with moderate contrast to inscription. COA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.
