German soprano (1855–1930) whose sensational 1873 debut as Pamina at the Dresden Court Opera resulted in a lifetime contract that remained in effect until her retirement in 1896. Original vintage sepia 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo by W. Hoffert of Berlin, signed in ink “Therese Malten 1889.” In very good condition, with light scattered spotting and soiling and light wear at corners of mount. RRAuction COA.
