Italian writer, poet, dramatist, and patriot (1789-1854). Unsigned handwritten poem by Silvio Pellico, one page, 4.75 x 7.25, no date. Pellico honors the son of Conte Briche, Pellico's beloved student, who died at the age of sixteen in a hunting accident. In part (translated): "Eduardo de Briche / born in Paris in the year 1802 / of profound intellect, heart affectionate / high-minded / With all the fine moral and physical qualities… [on] October 17, 1818, at 7 o'clock in the morning / …the dawn of happy life / passed from adolescence to death / kidnapped by a fatal shooting from his gun.". In fine condition, with slight foxing and a mounting strip along the edge. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA.
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