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Lot #894
Giacomo Puccini

Puccini writes at sea on his way to premier La Fanciulla del West at the Met

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Puccini writes at sea on his way to premier La Fanciulla del West at the Met

Italian composer (1858–1924) who earned a central place in the operatic pantheon with such repertoire staples as ‘La boheme,’ ‘Madama Butterfly,’ and ‘Tosca.’ ALS in Italian, four pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 7, George Washington letterhead, no date. Untranslated letter, written on board the George Washington, while on his way to New York for the first presentation of La Fanciulla del West at the Metropolitan Opera. In fine condition, with some light show-through from writing on opposite sides. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Rare Manuscript, Document & Autograph
  • Dates: #402 - Ended February 13, 2013





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