Italian composer (1858–1924) who earned a central place in the operatic pantheon with such repertoire staples as ‘La boheme,’ ‘Madama Butterfly,’ and ‘Tosca.’ Brief ALS in Italian, one page, 8.5 x 5.25, Caffe Biffi Milano letterhead, January 11, 1902. Puccini writes to Pillora, inquiring as to why he did not see her on Thursday. Central horizontal and vertical fold, scattered light creasing, a rough bottom edge, and a trivial stray ink mark, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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