British composer (1842-1900) best known for his collaborations on more than a dozen classic comic operas with librettist W. S. Gilbert. ALS in French, one page both sides, 4.5 x 7, personal letterhead, November 14, 1878. Handwritten letter to composer Jules Massenet, addressing him as "Maitre [Master]," in part (translated): "How good and kind you are. You are the personification of a great artist that is above all the petty jealousies that are unfortunately found all too often in our profession. I would arrive tomorrow night in Paris for the rehearsal of Saturday in the conservatory where I expect to find you and express personally all my gratitude." In fine condition.
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