Directors, Impresarios, Librettists & Editors

Autograph material from theatrical Directors and Managers, theater impresarios, librettists, stage managers, scenographers, music critics, music scholars and music editors. Letters, photographs, and other signed items.

All original and guaranteed authentic. All items listed are in stock.

Signed & Unsigned Memorabilia

  • (Item #: K2851-C4D)
    American impresario, a member of the Board of Directors of the Philharmonic-Symphony Orchestra at Carnegie Hall. Typed letter in English signed by him, dated February 14, 1935, to Arturo Toscanini, congratulating him the day after a concert at the Carnegie Hall on February 13th, 1935. Size is 5.8 x 8 inches, 2 typed pages in one sheet (front and back), central fold, overall rust tone, in excellent condition.
    American impresario, a member of the Board of Directors of the Philharmonic-Symphony Orchestra at Carnegie Hall. Typed letter in English... read more >
    American impresario, a member of the Board of Directors of the Philharmonic-Symphony Orchestra at Carnegie Hall. Typed letter in English signed by him, dated February 14, 1935, to Arturo Toscanini, congratulating him the day after a concert at the Carnegie Hall on February 13th, 1935. Size is 5.8 x 8 inches, 2 typed pages in one sheet (front and back), central fold, overall rust tone, in excellent condition.
    American impresario, a member of the Board of...

    $50.00 USD

    (Item #: K2851-C4D)
    American impresario, a member of the Board of Directors of the Philharmonic-Symphony Orchestra at Carnegie Hall. Typed letter in English signed by him, dated February 14, 1935, to Arturo Toscanini, congratulating him the day after a concert at the Carnegie Hall on February 13th, 1935. Size is 5.8 x 8 inches, 2 typed pages in one sheet (front and back), central fold, overall rust tone, in excellent condition.
    American impresario, a member of the Board of Directors of the Philharmonic-Symphony Orchestra at Carnegie Hall. Typed letter in English... read more >
    American impresario, a member of the Board of Directors of the Philharmonic-Symphony Orchestra at Carnegie Hall. Typed letter in English signed by him, dated February 14, 1935, to Arturo Toscanini, congratulating him the day after a concert at the Carnegie Hall on February 13th, 1935. Size is 5.8 x 8 inches, 2 typed pages in one sheet (front and back), central fold, overall rust tone, in excellent condition.
  • (Item #: GB9140-GX224E)
    American playwright (1892-1967), and winner of the Pulitzer prize in 1929.  Signed note written on a postcard back, dated in 1951.  Size is 5.5 x 3.6 inches, in excellent condition.
    American playwright (1892-1967), and winner of the Pulitzer prize in 1929.  Signed note written on a postcard back, dated in... read more >
    American playwright (1892-1967), and winner of the Pulitzer prize in 1929.  Signed note written on a postcard back, dated in 1951.  Size is 5.5 x 3.6 inches, in excellent condition.
    American playwright (1892-1967), and winner of the Pulitzer...

    $90.00 USD

    (Item #: GB9140-GX224E)
    American playwright (1892-1967), and winner of the Pulitzer prize in 1929.  Signed note written on a postcard back, dated in 1951.  Size is 5.5 x 3.6 inches, in excellent condition.
    American playwright (1892-1967), and winner of the Pulitzer prize in 1929.  Signed note written on a postcard back, dated in... read more >
    American playwright (1892-1967), and winner of the Pulitzer prize in 1929.  Signed note written on a postcard back, dated in 1951.  Size is 5.5 x 3.6 inches, in excellent condition.
  • (Item #: GB4521-GX214E)
    French General Administrator of the Theatre National, Opera Comique in Paris, 2 autograph notes signed on the company's official letterhead (one on both the front side and verso, the other only on the front), both written in French and sold untranslated. Bold handwriting and signature. Size of each is 3.5 x 4.5 inches, both in excellent condition. Not sold separately.
    French General Administrator of the Theatre National, Opera Comique in Paris, 2 autograph notes signed on the company's official letterhead... read more >
    French General Administrator of the Theatre National, Opera Comique in Paris, 2 autograph notes signed on the company's official letterhead (one on both the front side and verso, the other only on the front), both written in French and sold untranslated. Bold handwriting and signature. Size of each is 3.5 x 4.5 inches, both in excellent condition. Not sold separately.
    French General Administrator of the Theatre National, Opera...

    $50.00 USD

    (Item #: GB4521-GX214E)
    French General Administrator of the Theatre National, Opera Comique in Paris, 2 autograph notes signed on the company's official letterhead (one on both the front side and verso, the other only on the front), both written in French and sold untranslated. Bold handwriting and signature. Size of each is 3.5 x 4.5 inches, both in excellent condition. Not sold separately.
    French General Administrator of the Theatre National, Opera Comique in Paris, 2 autograph notes signed on the company's official letterhead... read more >
    French General Administrator of the Theatre National, Opera Comique in Paris, 2 autograph notes signed on the company's official letterhead (one on both the front side and verso, the other only on the front), both written in French and sold untranslated. Bold handwriting and signature. Size of each is 3.5 x 4.5 inches, both in excellent condition. Not sold separately.
  • (Item #: K4210-C8C)
    French writer (1805-1870), journalist, and director of the Paris Opera between 1847 and 1854. Set of 2 autograph letters signed by him. One of them, dated 1837, was written by a third hand but signed by him. Size is 5.25 x 8.2 inches, 1 page in French, in very good condition. The second one is an autograph note written and signed by the writer, with letterhead, 1 page in French, size is 5.25 x 8.2 inches, in very good condition. SOLD TOGETHER, NOT SOLD SEPARATED.
    French writer (1805-1870), journalist, and director of the Paris Opera between 1847 and 1854. Set of 2 autograph letters signed... read more >
    French writer (1805-1870), journalist, and director of the Paris Opera between 1847 and 1854. Set of 2 autograph letters signed by him. One of them, dated 1837, was written by a third hand but signed by him. Size is 5.25 x 8.2 inches, 1 page in French, in very good condition. The second one is an autograph note written and signed by the writer, with letterhead, 1 page in French, size is 5.25 x 8.2 inches, in very good condition. SOLD TOGETHER, NOT SOLD SEPARATED.
    French writer (1805-1870), journalist, and director of the...

    $70.00 USD

    (Item #: K4210-C8C)
    French writer (1805-1870), journalist, and director of the Paris Opera between 1847 and 1854. Set of 2 autograph letters signed by him. One of them, dated 1837, was written by a third hand but signed by him. Size is 5.25 x 8.2 inches, 1 page in French, in very good condition. The second one is an autograph note written and signed by the writer, with letterhead, 1 page in French, size is 5.25 x 8.2 inches, in very good condition. SOLD TOGETHER, NOT SOLD SEPARATED.
    French writer (1805-1870), journalist, and director of the Paris Opera between 1847 and 1854. Set of 2 autograph letters signed... read more >
    French writer (1805-1870), journalist, and director of the Paris Opera between 1847 and 1854. Set of 2 autograph letters signed by him. One of them, dated 1837, was written by a third hand but signed by him. Size is 5.25 x 8.2 inches, 1 page in French, in very good condition. The second one is an autograph note written and signed by the writer, with letterhead, 1 page in French, size is 5.25 x 8.2 inches, in very good condition. SOLD TOGETHER, NOT SOLD SEPARATED.
  • (Item #: GB8921-GX223A)
    German impresario (1842-1889), best remembered for founding an English Opera Company "The Carl Rosa Opera Company" in 1869. Autograph letter signed with the letterhead of this company, 2 pages. Each page is 5 x 8 inches, minor rust tone over upper and low borders, otherwise in very good condition.
    German impresario (1842-1889), best remembered for founding an English Opera Company "The Carl Rosa Opera Company" in 1869. Autograph letter... read more >
    German impresario (1842-1889), best remembered for founding an English Opera Company "The Carl Rosa Opera Company" in 1869. Autograph letter signed with the letterhead of this company, 2 pages. Each page is 5 x 8 inches, minor rust tone over upper and low borders, otherwise in very good condition.
    German impresario (1842-1889), best remembered for founding an...

    $75.00 USD

    (Item #: GB8921-GX223A)
    German impresario (1842-1889), best remembered for founding an English Opera Company "The Carl Rosa Opera Company" in 1869. Autograph letter signed with the letterhead of this company, 2 pages. Each page is 5 x 8 inches, minor rust tone over upper and low borders, otherwise in very good condition.
    German impresario (1842-1889), best remembered for founding an English Opera Company "The Carl Rosa Opera Company" in 1869. Autograph letter... read more >
    German impresario (1842-1889), best remembered for founding an English Opera Company "The Carl Rosa Opera Company" in 1869. Autograph letter signed with the letterhead of this company, 2 pages. Each page is 5 x 8 inches, minor rust tone over upper and low borders, otherwise in very good condition.
  • (Item #: K2261-C2E)
    German-born violinist and opera impresario (1842-1889), famous for his English opera company. 2-bar autograph music quote from an Elegy signed by him on a card. Size is 3 x 1.8 inches, mounting traces on verso, in overall very good condition.
    German-born violinist and opera impresario (1842-1889), famous for his English opera company. 2-bar autograph music quote from an Elegy signed by him... read more >
    German-born violinist and opera impresario (1842-1889), famous for his English opera company. 2-bar autograph music quote from an Elegy signed by him on a card. Size is 3 x 1.8 inches, mounting traces on verso, in overall very good condition.
    German-born violinist and opera impresario (1842-1889), famous for his...

    $50.00 USD

    (Item #: K2261-C2E)
    German-born violinist and opera impresario (1842-1889), famous for his English opera company. 2-bar autograph music quote from an Elegy signed by him on a card. Size is 3 x 1.8 inches, mounting traces on verso, in overall very good condition.
    German-born violinist and opera impresario (1842-1889), famous for his English opera company. 2-bar autograph music quote from an Elegy signed by him... read more >
    German-born violinist and opera impresario (1842-1889), famous for his English opera company. 2-bar autograph music quote from an Elegy signed by him on a card. Size is 3 x 1.8 inches, mounting traces on verso, in overall very good condition.
  • (Item #: GB2880-GX064B)
    German-born impresario (1842-1889), famous for his English opera company. Autograph note signed, undated in New York. Size is 5 x 8 inches, in excellent condition.
    German-born impresario (1842-1889), famous for his English opera company. Autograph note signed, undated in New York. Size is 5 x... read more >
    German-born impresario (1842-1889), famous for his English opera company. Autograph note signed, undated in New York. Size is 5 x 8 inches, in excellent condition.
    German-born impresario (1842-1889), famous for his English opera...

    $75.00 USD

    (Item #: GB2880-GX064B)
    German-born impresario (1842-1889), famous for his English opera company. Autograph note signed, undated in New York. Size is 5 x 8 inches, in excellent condition.
    German-born impresario (1842-1889), famous for his English opera company. Autograph note signed, undated in New York. Size is 5 x... read more >
    German-born impresario (1842-1889), famous for his English opera company. Autograph note signed, undated in New York. Size is 5 x 8 inches, in excellent condition.
  • (Item #: GC4237-GX164C)
    German-born impresario (1842-1889), famous for his English opera company. Attractive signed 3 x 4.5 card mounted on an 7.75 x 11 inch album page, in excellent condition.
    German-born impresario (1842-1889), famous for his English opera company. Attractive signed 3 x 4.5 card mounted on an 7.75 x... read more >
    German-born impresario (1842-1889), famous for his English opera company. Attractive signed 3 x 4.5 card mounted on an 7.75 x 11 inch album page, in excellent condition.
    German-born impresario (1842-1889), famous for his English opera...

    $45.00 USD

    (Item #: GC4237-GX164C)
    German-born impresario (1842-1889), famous for his English opera company. Attractive signed 3 x 4.5 card mounted on an 7.75 x 11 inch album page, in excellent condition.
    German-born impresario (1842-1889), famous for his English opera company. Attractive signed 3 x 4.5 card mounted on an 7.75 x... read more >
    German-born impresario (1842-1889), famous for his English opera company. Attractive signed 3 x 4.5 card mounted on an 7.75 x 11 inch album page, in excellent condition.
  • (Item #: S7158-H9F)
    German theatre director (1905-1982), artistic director, and manager. Black-and-white photograph signed and inscribed by him; ink-stamped on verso by photographer Atelier Dietrich. Size is 3.5 x 5.5 inches, in excellent condition. ALSO INCLUDED is a 1-page program, size is 5.75 x 8.25 inches, in excellent condition; and a 4-page card brochure.
    German theatre director (1905-1982), artistic director, and manager. Black-and-white photograph signed and inscribed by him; ink-stamped on verso by photographer... read more >
    German theatre director (1905-1982), artistic director, and manager. Black-and-white photograph signed and inscribed by him; ink-stamped on verso by photographer Atelier Dietrich. Size is 3.5 x 5.5 inches, in excellent condition. ALSO INCLUDED is a 1-page program, size is 5.75 x 8.25 inches, in excellent condition; and a 4-page card brochure.
    German theatre director (1905-1982), artistic director, and manager....

    $60.00 USD

    (Item #: S7158-H9F)
    German theatre director (1905-1982), artistic director, and manager. Black-and-white photograph signed and inscribed by him; ink-stamped on verso by photographer Atelier Dietrich. Size is 3.5 x 5.5 inches, in excellent condition. ALSO INCLUDED is a 1-page program, size is 5.75 x 8.25 inches, in excellent condition; and a 4-page card brochure.
    German theatre director (1905-1982), artistic director, and manager. Black-and-white photograph signed and inscribed by him; ink-stamped on verso by photographer... read more >
    German theatre director (1905-1982), artistic director, and manager. Black-and-white photograph signed and inscribed by him; ink-stamped on verso by photographer Atelier Dietrich. Size is 3.5 x 5.5 inches, in excellent condition. ALSO INCLUDED is a 1-page program, size is 5.75 x 8.25 inches, in excellent condition; and a 4-page card brochure.
  • (Item #: GA1739-GX008A)
    French art and music patron (1862-1957), and director of the Académie Nationale de Musique et de Danse.  Set of 2 typed letters signed, with his letterhead, dated on 1920 and 1921.  Each one's size is 5.25 x 7.25 inches, in very good condition.
    French art and music patron (1862-1957), and director of the Académie Nationale de Musique et de Danse.  Set of 2... read more >
    French art and music patron (1862-1957), and director of the Académie Nationale de Musique et de Danse.  Set of 2 typed letters signed, with his letterhead, dated on 1920 and 1921.  Each one's size is 5.25 x 7.25 inches, in very good condition.
    French art and music patron (1862-1957), and director...

    $100.00 USD

    (Item #: GA1739-GX008A)
    French art and music patron (1862-1957), and director of the Académie Nationale de Musique et de Danse.  Set of 2 typed letters signed, with his letterhead, dated on 1920 and 1921.  Each one's size is 5.25 x 7.25 inches, in very good condition.
    French art and music patron (1862-1957), and director of the Académie Nationale de Musique et de Danse.  Set of 2... read more >
    French art and music patron (1862-1957), and director of the Académie Nationale de Musique et de Danse.  Set of 2 typed letters signed, with his letterhead, dated on 1920 and 1921.  Each one's size is 5.25 x 7.25 inches, in very good condition.
  • (Item #: GB8934-GX223A)
    American Opera impresario (1871-1937), director of the Boston Opera Company.  Autograph note signed and dated in 1910, with letterhead of the Boston Opera. Size is 8.5 x 5.4 inches, age toning, in very good condition.
    American Opera impresario (1871-1937), director of the Boston Opera Company.  Autograph note signed and dated in 1910, with letterhead of... read more >
    American Opera impresario (1871-1937), director of the Boston Opera Company.  Autograph note signed and dated in 1910, with letterhead of the Boston Opera. Size is 8.5 x 5.4 inches, age toning, in very good condition.
    American Opera impresario (1871-1937), director of the Boston...

    $40.00 USD

    (Item #: GB8934-GX223A)
    American Opera impresario (1871-1937), director of the Boston Opera Company.  Autograph note signed and dated in 1910, with letterhead of the Boston Opera. Size is 8.5 x 5.4 inches, age toning, in very good condition.
    American Opera impresario (1871-1937), director of the Boston Opera Company.  Autograph note signed and dated in 1910, with letterhead of... read more >
    American Opera impresario (1871-1937), director of the Boston Opera Company.  Autograph note signed and dated in 1910, with letterhead of the Boston Opera. Size is 8.5 x 5.4 inches, age toning, in very good condition.
  • (Item #: K2954-C4E)
    German impresario (1830-1900). Autograph note on a postcard with the image of Pietro Mascagni and his son Mimí (Domenico) signed by the impresario, dated in Berlin, December 15, 1899, who organized the Teatro La Scala Orchestra tournée in 1899.  Size is 5.7 x 3.7 inches, in excellent condition.
    German impresario (1830-1900). Autograph note on a postcard with the image of Pietro Mascagni and his son Mimí (Domenico) signed... read more >
    German impresario (1830-1900). Autograph note on a postcard with the image of Pietro Mascagni and his son Mimí (Domenico) signed by the impresario, dated in Berlin, December 15, 1899, who organized the Teatro La Scala Orchestra tournée in 1899.  Size is 5.7 x 3.7 inches, in excellent condition.
    German impresario (1830-1900). Autograph note on a postcard...

    $80.00 USD

    (Item #: K2954-C4E)
    German impresario (1830-1900). Autograph note on a postcard with the image of Pietro Mascagni and his son Mimí (Domenico) signed by the impresario, dated in Berlin, December 15, 1899, who organized the Teatro La Scala Orchestra tournée in 1899.  Size is 5.7 x 3.7 inches, in excellent condition.
    German impresario (1830-1900). Autograph note on a postcard with the image of Pietro Mascagni and his son Mimí (Domenico) signed... read more >
    German impresario (1830-1900). Autograph note on a postcard with the image of Pietro Mascagni and his son Mimí (Domenico) signed by the impresario, dated in Berlin, December 15, 1899, who organized the Teatro La Scala Orchestra tournée in 1899.  Size is 5.7 x 3.7 inches, in excellent condition.
  • (Item #: M8215-R6B)
    German opera stage director (1880-1961) who emigrated to the USA in 1935.  Signed photo, inscribed with a short sentiment in German, dated in New York, 1937.  Size is 7.9 x 9.9 inches, in excellent condition.
    German opera stage director (1880-1961) who emigrated to the USA in 1935.  Signed photo, inscribed with a short sentiment in... read more >
    German opera stage director (1880-1961) who emigrated to the USA in 1935.  Signed photo, inscribed with a short sentiment in German, dated in New York, 1937.  Size is 7.9 x 9.9 inches, in excellent condition.
    German opera stage director (1880-1961) who emigrated to...

    $60.00 USD

    (Item #: M8215-R6B)
    German opera stage director (1880-1961) who emigrated to the USA in 1935.  Signed photo, inscribed with a short sentiment in German, dated in New York, 1937.  Size is 7.9 x 9.9 inches, in excellent condition.
    German opera stage director (1880-1961) who emigrated to the USA in 1935.  Signed photo, inscribed with a short sentiment in... read more >
    German opera stage director (1880-1961) who emigrated to the USA in 1935.  Signed photo, inscribed with a short sentiment in German, dated in New York, 1937.  Size is 7.9 x 9.9 inches, in excellent condition.
  • (Item #: GB8935-GX223A)
    American opera impresario (1859-1927). Typed note signed in 1917, written to an autograph collector, 1 page. Size is 4.3 x 6.9 inches, in excellent condition.
    American opera impresario (1859-1927). Typed note signed in 1917, written to an autograph collector, 1 page. Size is 4.3 x... read more >
    American opera impresario (1859-1927). Typed note signed in 1917, written to an autograph collector, 1 page. Size is 4.3 x 6.9 inches, in excellent condition.
    American opera impresario (1859-1927). Typed note signed in...

    $40.00 USD

    (Item #: GB8935-GX223A)
    American opera impresario (1859-1927). Typed note signed in 1917, written to an autograph collector, 1 page. Size is 4.3 x 6.9 inches, in excellent condition.
    American opera impresario (1859-1927). Typed note signed in 1917, written to an autograph collector, 1 page. Size is 4.3 x... read more >
    American opera impresario (1859-1927). Typed note signed in 1917, written to an autograph collector, 1 page. Size is 4.3 x 6.9 inches, in excellent condition.
  • (Item #: GG0796-GX193D)
    American theatre director and librettist (b. 1957) noted for his unique contemporary stagings of classical and contemporary operas and plays.  Signed photograph, shown as himself. Photo by Thomas Ramstorfer. Size is 7 x 9.5 inches, in excellent condition. 
    American theatre director and librettist (b. 1957) noted for his unique contemporary stagings of classical and contemporary operas and plays.  Signed photograph, shown... read more >
    American theatre director and librettist (b. 1957) noted for his unique contemporary stagings of classical and contemporary operas and plays.  Signed photograph, shown as himself. Photo by Thomas Ramstorfer. Size is 7 x 9.5 inches, in excellent condition. 
    American theatre director and librettist (b. 1957) noted for...

    $70.00 USD

    (Item #: GG0796-GX193D)
    American theatre director and librettist (b. 1957) noted for his unique contemporary stagings of classical and contemporary operas and plays.  Signed photograph, shown as himself. Photo by Thomas Ramstorfer. Size is 7 x 9.5 inches, in excellent condition. 
    American theatre director and librettist (b. 1957) noted for his unique contemporary stagings of classical and contemporary operas and plays.  Signed photograph, shown... read more >
    American theatre director and librettist (b. 1957) noted for his unique contemporary stagings of classical and contemporary operas and plays.  Signed photograph, shown as himself. Photo by Thomas Ramstorfer. Size is 7 x 9.5 inches, in excellent condition. 
  • (Item #: N8467-E1-5)
    Italian Choral conductor (1869-1938) who served as chorus master in Italy, Cairo, Cologne and Buenos Aires prior to be engaged as chorus master of the Metropolitan Opera in 1908.   Wonderful photograph, signed by him, inscribed and dated in 1913. Blind stamped on the lower right corner by photographer Mishkin, New York, and also ink-stamped by him on verso. Size is 6 x 8 inches, silvering around edges, in very good condition.
    Italian Choral conductor (1869-1938) who served as chorus master in Italy, Cairo, Cologne and Buenos Aires prior to be engaged... read more >
    Italian Choral conductor (1869-1938) who served as chorus master in Italy, Cairo, Cologne and Buenos Aires prior to be engaged as chorus master of the Metropolitan Opera in 1908.   Wonderful photograph, signed by him, inscribed and dated in 1913. Blind stamped on the lower right corner by photographer Mishkin, New York, and also ink-stamped by him on verso. Size is 6 x 8 inches, silvering around edges, in very good condition.
    Italian Choral conductor (1869-1938) who served as chorus...

    $120.00 USD

    (Item #: N8467-E1-5)
    Italian Choral conductor (1869-1938) who served as chorus master in Italy, Cairo, Cologne and Buenos Aires prior to be engaged as chorus master of the Metropolitan Opera in 1908.   Wonderful photograph, signed by him, inscribed and dated in 1913. Blind stamped on the lower right corner by photographer Mishkin, New York, and also ink-stamped by him on verso. Size is 6 x 8 inches, silvering around edges, in very good condition.
    Italian Choral conductor (1869-1938) who served as chorus master in Italy, Cairo, Cologne and Buenos Aires prior to be engaged... read more >
    Italian Choral conductor (1869-1938) who served as chorus master in Italy, Cairo, Cologne and Buenos Aires prior to be engaged as chorus master of the Metropolitan Opera in 1908.   Wonderful photograph, signed by him, inscribed and dated in 1913. Blind stamped on the lower right corner by photographer Mishkin, New York, and also ink-stamped by him on verso. Size is 6 x 8 inches, silvering around edges, in very good condition.
  • (Item #: H1841-GX257D)
    Italian playwright, writer, critic, and librettist (1875-1952), noted for his close collaboration with Giuseppe Adami on Puccini's Turandot.  Signed photograph, shown as himself, inscribed, dated in Milan in 1916. Blind stamped by photographer A. Badioli, Milan. This is a 3.5 x 5.5 inch photo mounted onto soft cardboard, total item size is 5 x 7.5 inches, in excellent condition. 
    Italian playwright, writer, critic, and librettist (1875-1952), noted for his close collaboration with Giuseppe Adami on Puccini's Turandot.  Signed photograph, shown... read more >
    Italian playwright, writer, critic, and librettist (1875-1952), noted for his close collaboration with Giuseppe Adami on Puccini's Turandot.  Signed photograph, shown as himself, inscribed, dated in Milan in 1916. Blind stamped by photographer A. Badioli, Milan. This is a 3.5 x 5.5 inch photo mounted onto soft cardboard, total item size is 5 x 7.5 inches, in excellent condition. 
    Italian playwright, writer, critic, and librettist (1875-1952), noted...

    $75.00 USD

    (Item #: H1841-GX257D)
    Italian playwright, writer, critic, and librettist (1875-1952), noted for his close collaboration with Giuseppe Adami on Puccini's Turandot.  Signed photograph, shown as himself, inscribed, dated in Milan in 1916. Blind stamped by photographer A. Badioli, Milan. This is a 3.5 x 5.5 inch photo mounted onto soft cardboard, total item size is 5 x 7.5 inches, in excellent condition. 
    Italian playwright, writer, critic, and librettist (1875-1952), noted for his close collaboration with Giuseppe Adami on Puccini's Turandot.  Signed photograph, shown... read more >
    Italian playwright, writer, critic, and librettist (1875-1952), noted for his close collaboration with Giuseppe Adami on Puccini's Turandot.  Signed photograph, shown as himself, inscribed, dated in Milan in 1916. Blind stamped by photographer A. Badioli, Milan. This is a 3.5 x 5.5 inch photo mounted onto soft cardboard, total item size is 5 x 7.5 inches, in excellent condition. 
  • (Item #: K2853-C4D)
    American music critic (1874-1935). Autograph letter in English signed by him, dated July 31, 1924, to Arturo Toscanini, offering condolences for the death of his mother: “…Mary and I were both deeply moved by the news of your mother’s death, and are sorry that we could not be near you in those days of distress. (…) Shortly after the operation, I had a cable from the N.Y Herald Tribune asking me to send a cable of 700 words regarding the opening of the Bayreuth Festival. But of course, I could not leave Mary and had to decline the honor with regrets. (…) This morning we had a postal from Ugo. Wally's messages also have given us so much pleasure, the last written in surprisingly good English – and we feel thankful to our good Polo for sending us word of your mother’s death…”. Size is 5.2 x 6.8 inches on each page, 3 written pages, folds, overall light rust tone, otherwise in excellent condition. Envelope is INCLUDED.
    American music critic (1874-1935). Autograph letter in English signed by him, dated July 31, 1924, to Arturo Toscanini, offering condolences... read more >
    American music critic (1874-1935). Autograph letter in English signed by him, dated July 31, 1924, to Arturo Toscanini, offering condolences for the death of his mother: “…Mary and I were both deeply moved by the news of your mother’s death, and are sorry that we could not be near you in those days of distress. (…) Shortly after the operation, I had a cable from the N.Y Herald Tribune asking me to send a cable of 700 words regarding the opening of the Bayreuth Festival. But of course, I could not leave Mary and had to decline the honor with regrets. (…) This morning we had a postal from Ugo. Wally's messages also have given us so much pleasure, the last written in surprisingly good English – and we feel thankful to our good Polo for sending us word of your mother’s death…”. Size is 5.2 x 6.8 inches on each page, 3 written pages, folds, overall light rust tone, otherwise in excellent condition. Envelope is INCLUDED.
    American music critic (1874-1935). Autograph letter in English...

    $180.00 USD

    (Item #: K2853-C4D)
    American music critic (1874-1935). Autograph letter in English signed by him, dated July 31, 1924, to Arturo Toscanini, offering condolences for the death of his mother: “…Mary and I were both deeply moved by the news of your mother’s death, and are sorry that we could not be near you in those days of distress. (…) Shortly after the operation, I had a cable from the N.Y Herald Tribune asking me to send a cable of 700 words regarding the opening of the Bayreuth Festival. But of course, I could not leave Mary and had to decline the honor with regrets. (…) This morning we had a postal from Ugo. Wally's messages also have given us so much pleasure, the last written in surprisingly good English – and we feel thankful to our good Polo for sending us word of your mother’s death…”. Size is 5.2 x 6.8 inches on each page, 3 written pages, folds, overall light rust tone, otherwise in excellent condition. Envelope is INCLUDED.
    American music critic (1874-1935). Autograph letter in English signed by him, dated July 31, 1924, to Arturo Toscanini, offering condolences... read more >
    American music critic (1874-1935). Autograph letter in English signed by him, dated July 31, 1924, to Arturo Toscanini, offering condolences for the death of his mother: “…Mary and I were both deeply moved by the news of your mother’s death, and are sorry that we could not be near you in those days of distress. (…) Shortly after the operation, I had a cable from the N.Y Herald Tribune asking me to send a cable of 700 words regarding the opening of the Bayreuth Festival. But of course, I could not leave Mary and had to decline the honor with regrets. (…) This morning we had a postal from Ugo. Wally's messages also have given us so much pleasure, the last written in surprisingly good English – and we feel thankful to our good Polo for sending us word of your mother’s death…”. Size is 5.2 x 6.8 inches on each page, 3 written pages, folds, overall light rust tone, otherwise in excellent condition. Envelope is INCLUDED.
  • (Item #: K2955-C4E)
    American music critic (1874-1935) at The New York Press and foreign music correspondent for The New York Herald Tribune. Autograph letter in English signed by him and dated December 4, 1924, to maestro Arturo Toscanini: “…We are glad, though, that our good Ugo Ara [1876-1936, musician] can be the bearer of our messages (…) The announcement that you would probably be here to conduct the Philharmonic as “guest” in some concerts set the musical world at…”.  Right after, there is a short text of greetings from Mary Hardy, wife to Max Smith. Size is 5.3 x 6.7 inches each page, 4 written pages in one folded sheet, with letterhead of Hotel Astor New York, folds, in very good condition.
    American music critic (1874-1935) at The New York Press and foreign music correspondent for The New York Herald Tribune. Autograph... read more >
    American music critic (1874-1935) at The New York Press and foreign music correspondent for The New York Herald Tribune. Autograph letter in English signed by him and dated December 4, 1924, to maestro Arturo Toscanini: “…We are glad, though, that our good Ugo Ara [1876-1936, musician] can be the bearer of our messages (…) The announcement that you would probably be here to conduct the Philharmonic as “guest” in some concerts set the musical world at…”.  Right after, there is a short text of greetings from Mary Hardy, wife to Max Smith. Size is 5.3 x 6.7 inches each page, 4 written pages in one folded sheet, with letterhead of Hotel Astor New York, folds, in very good condition.
    American music critic (1874-1935) at The New York...

    $150.00 USD

    (Item #: K2955-C4E)
    American music critic (1874-1935) at The New York Press and foreign music correspondent for The New York Herald Tribune. Autograph letter in English signed by him and dated December 4, 1924, to maestro Arturo Toscanini: “…We are glad, though, that our good Ugo Ara [1876-1936, musician] can be the bearer of our messages (…) The announcement that you would probably be here to conduct the Philharmonic as “guest” in some concerts set the musical world at…”.  Right after, there is a short text of greetings from Mary Hardy, wife to Max Smith. Size is 5.3 x 6.7 inches each page, 4 written pages in one folded sheet, with letterhead of Hotel Astor New York, folds, in very good condition.
    American music critic (1874-1935) at The New York Press and foreign music correspondent for The New York Herald Tribune. Autograph... read more >
    American music critic (1874-1935) at The New York Press and foreign music correspondent for The New York Herald Tribune. Autograph letter in English signed by him and dated December 4, 1924, to maestro Arturo Toscanini: “…We are glad, though, that our good Ugo Ara [1876-1936, musician] can be the bearer of our messages (…) The announcement that you would probably be here to conduct the Philharmonic as “guest” in some concerts set the musical world at…”.  Right after, there is a short text of greetings from Mary Hardy, wife to Max Smith. Size is 5.3 x 6.7 inches each page, 4 written pages in one folded sheet, with letterhead of Hotel Astor New York, folds, in very good condition.
  • (Item #: H3603-OS1)
    American publisher (1823-1908) who founded in 1852 the noted newspaper "The Culpeper Observer), and also worked as a news correspondent in Washington, D.C. Fine photo-compose mounted on hard cardboard signed by the famous publisher. Size is 13.75 x 11.1 inches, some cracks, in overall very good condition.
    American publisher (1823-1908) who founded in 1852 the noted newspaper "The Culpeper Observer), and also worked as a news correspondent... read more >
    American publisher (1823-1908) who founded in 1852 the noted newspaper "The Culpeper Observer), and also worked as a news correspondent in Washington, D.C. Fine photo-compose mounted on hard cardboard signed by the famous publisher. Size is 13.75 x 11.1 inches, some cracks, in overall very good condition.
    American publisher (1823-1908) who founded in 1852 the...

    $75.00 USD

    (Item #: H3603-OS1)
    American publisher (1823-1908) who founded in 1852 the noted newspaper "The Culpeper Observer), and also worked as a news correspondent in Washington, D.C. Fine photo-compose mounted on hard cardboard signed by the famous publisher. Size is 13.75 x 11.1 inches, some cracks, in overall very good condition.
    American publisher (1823-1908) who founded in 1852 the noted newspaper "The Culpeper Observer), and also worked as a news correspondent... read more >
    American publisher (1823-1908) who founded in 1852 the noted newspaper "The Culpeper Observer), and also worked as a news correspondent in Washington, D.C. Fine photo-compose mounted on hard cardboard signed by the famous publisher. Size is 13.75 x 11.1 inches, some cracks, in overall very good condition.
  • (Item #: M6952-Y13B)
    Czech impresario and musician (1825-1887), very successful in the United States later in his life, also coach and manager of star soprano Adelina Patti at the beginning of her career.  Autograph letter signed by him, 4 pages in 2 sheets, in English, about business matters. Each page is 7.25 x 4.25 inches, in very good condition.
    Czech impresario and musician (1825-1887), very successful in the United States later in his life, also coach and manager of... read more >
    Czech impresario and musician (1825-1887), very successful in the United States later in his life, also coach and manager of star soprano Adelina Patti at the beginning of her career.  Autograph letter signed by him, 4 pages in 2 sheets, in English, about business matters. Each page is 7.25 x 4.25 inches, in very good condition.
    Czech impresario and musician (1825-1887), very successful in...

    $100.00 USD

    (Item #: M6952-Y13B)
    Czech impresario and musician (1825-1887), very successful in the United States later in his life, also coach and manager of star soprano Adelina Patti at the beginning of her career.  Autograph letter signed by him, 4 pages in 2 sheets, in English, about business matters. Each page is 7.25 x 4.25 inches, in very good condition.
    Czech impresario and musician (1825-1887), very successful in the United States later in his life, also coach and manager of... read more >
    Czech impresario and musician (1825-1887), very successful in the United States later in his life, also coach and manager of star soprano Adelina Patti at the beginning of her career.  Autograph letter signed by him, 4 pages in 2 sheets, in English, about business matters. Each page is 7.25 x 4.25 inches, in very good condition.
  • (Item #: GB8930-GX223A)
    Czech-born American impresario (1825-1887) and Moravian-born impresario (1835-1892), these two brothers emigrated  to the United States in the mid-nineteenth century. Maurice became particularly known as the coach and manager of star soprano Adelina Patti at the beginning of her career while Max gained recognition as  theatre manager and impresario as well as a presenter of vocal concert performances focusing on Italian opera. Set of 1 2.75 x 9.5 inch autograph musical quote, 5 bars of music, signed by Maurice in Cincinnati in 1849,  and a 1 x 4 inch signature cut of Max Strakosch mounted on a 7.5 x 11 inch album page. Both in excellent condition, not sold separately. 
    Czech-born American impresario (1825-1887) and Moravian-born impresario (1835-1892), these two brothers emigrated  to the United States in the mid-nineteenth century. Maurice became particularly... read more >
    Czech-born American impresario (1825-1887) and Moravian-born impresario (1835-1892), these two brothers emigrated  to the United States in the mid-nineteenth century. Maurice became particularly known as the coach and manager of star soprano Adelina Patti at the beginning of her career while Max gained recognition as  theatre manager and impresario as well as a presenter of vocal concert performances focusing on Italian opera. Set of 1 2.75 x 9.5 inch autograph musical quote, 5 bars of music, signed by Maurice in Cincinnati in 1849,  and a 1 x 4 inch signature cut of Max Strakosch mounted on a 7.5 x 11 inch album page. Both in excellent condition, not sold separately. 
    Czech-born American impresario (1825-1887) and Moravian-born impresario (1835-1892), these two...

    $100.00 USD

    (Item #: GB8930-GX223A)
    Czech-born American impresario (1825-1887) and Moravian-born impresario (1835-1892), these two brothers emigrated  to the United States in the mid-nineteenth century. Maurice became particularly known as the coach and manager of star soprano Adelina Patti at the beginning of her career while Max gained recognition as  theatre manager and impresario as well as a presenter of vocal concert performances focusing on Italian opera. Set of 1 2.75 x 9.5 inch autograph musical quote, 5 bars of music, signed by Maurice in Cincinnati in 1849,  and a 1 x 4 inch signature cut of Max Strakosch mounted on a 7.5 x 11 inch album page. Both in excellent condition, not sold separately. 
    Czech-born American impresario (1825-1887) and Moravian-born impresario (1835-1892), these two brothers emigrated  to the United States in the mid-nineteenth century. Maurice became particularly... read more >
    Czech-born American impresario (1825-1887) and Moravian-born impresario (1835-1892), these two brothers emigrated  to the United States in the mid-nineteenth century. Maurice became particularly known as the coach and manager of star soprano Adelina Patti at the beginning of her career while Max gained recognition as  theatre manager and impresario as well as a presenter of vocal concert performances focusing on Italian opera. Set of 1 2.75 x 9.5 inch autograph musical quote, 5 bars of music, signed by Maurice in Cincinnati in 1849,  and a 1 x 4 inch signature cut of Max Strakosch mounted on a 7.5 x 11 inch album page. Both in excellent condition, not sold separately. 
  • (Item #: K1016-G8A)
    Moravian-born impresario (1835-1892), who along with his brother Maurice emigrated  to the United States and gained recognition as an theatre manager and impresario as well as a presenter of vocal concert performances focusing on Italian opera. Autograph letter signed by him, 1 page in English, dated in 1886, written at The Orton hotel in Wilmington, North Carolina. Size is 6 x 9.25 inches, with a tear on the bottom left not affecting text and signature. The rest of the document has several creases and folds, but is otherwise in good condition. 
    Moravian-born impresario (1835-1892), who along with his brother Maurice emigrated  to the United States and gained recognition as an theatre manager and impresario as... read more >
    Moravian-born impresario (1835-1892), who along with his brother Maurice emigrated  to the United States and gained recognition as an theatre manager and impresario as well as a presenter of vocal concert performances focusing on Italian opera. Autograph letter signed by him, 1 page in English, dated in 1886, written at The Orton hotel in Wilmington, North Carolina. Size is 6 x 9.25 inches, with a tear on the bottom left not affecting text and signature. The rest of the document has several creases and folds, but is otherwise in good condition. 
    Moravian-born impresario (1835-1892), who along with his brother Maurice...

    $85.00 USD

    (Item #: K1016-G8A)
    Moravian-born impresario (1835-1892), who along with his brother Maurice emigrated  to the United States and gained recognition as an theatre manager and impresario as well as a presenter of vocal concert performances focusing on Italian opera. Autograph letter signed by him, 1 page in English, dated in 1886, written at The Orton hotel in Wilmington, North Carolina. Size is 6 x 9.25 inches, with a tear on the bottom left not affecting text and signature. The rest of the document has several creases and folds, but is otherwise in good condition. 
    Moravian-born impresario (1835-1892), who along with his brother Maurice emigrated  to the United States and gained recognition as an theatre manager and impresario as... read more >
    Moravian-born impresario (1835-1892), who along with his brother Maurice emigrated  to the United States and gained recognition as an theatre manager and impresario as well as a presenter of vocal concert performances focusing on Italian opera. Autograph letter signed by him, 1 page in English, dated in 1886, written at The Orton hotel in Wilmington, North Carolina. Size is 6 x 9.25 inches, with a tear on the bottom left not affecting text and signature. The rest of the document has several creases and folds, but is otherwise in good condition. 
  • (Item #: H8653-GZ169H)
    Moravian-born impresario (1835-1892), who along with his brother Maurice emigrated  to the United States and gained recognition as an theatre manager and impresario as well as a presenter of vocal concert performances focusing on Italian opera. Signed cabinet photograph, inscribed. Photo by Mora, New York. Size is 4.25 x 6.5 inches, in excellent condition. 
    Moravian-born impresario (1835-1892), who along with his brother Maurice emigrated  to the United States and gained recognition as an theatre manager and impresario as... read more >
    Moravian-born impresario (1835-1892), who along with his brother Maurice emigrated  to the United States and gained recognition as an theatre manager and impresario as well as a presenter of vocal concert performances focusing on Italian opera. Signed cabinet photograph, inscribed. Photo by Mora, New York. Size is 4.25 x 6.5 inches, in excellent condition. 
    Moravian-born impresario (1835-1892), who along with his brother Maurice...

    $150.00 USD

    (Item #: H8653-GZ169H)
    Moravian-born impresario (1835-1892), who along with his brother Maurice emigrated  to the United States and gained recognition as an theatre manager and impresario as well as a presenter of vocal concert performances focusing on Italian opera. Signed cabinet photograph, inscribed. Photo by Mora, New York. Size is 4.25 x 6.5 inches, in excellent condition. 
    Moravian-born impresario (1835-1892), who along with his brother Maurice emigrated  to the United States and gained recognition as an theatre manager and impresario as... read more >
    Moravian-born impresario (1835-1892), who along with his brother Maurice emigrated  to the United States and gained recognition as an theatre manager and impresario as well as a presenter of vocal concert performances focusing on Italian opera. Signed cabinet photograph, inscribed. Photo by Mora, New York. Size is 4.25 x 6.5 inches, in excellent condition. 
  • (Item #: H5031-W5F)
    American singer (1902-1993), music promoter, and patron of the arts. Autograph letter in French signed by her, to the French actor Georges Wagué (1874-1965), dated 1938.  Size is 5.5 x 7.8 inches, 1 page written on soft cardboard, in excellent condition.
    American singer (1902-1993), music promoter, and patron of the arts. Autograph letter in French signed by her, to the French... read more >
    American singer (1902-1993), music promoter, and patron of the arts. Autograph letter in French signed by her, to the French actor Georges Wagué (1874-1965), dated 1938.  Size is 5.5 x 7.8 inches, 1 page written on soft cardboard, in excellent condition.
    American singer (1902-1993), music promoter, and patron of...

    $150.00 USD

    (Item #: H5031-W5F)
    American singer (1902-1993), music promoter, and patron of the arts. Autograph letter in French signed by her, to the French actor Georges Wagué (1874-1965), dated 1938.  Size is 5.5 x 7.8 inches, 1 page written on soft cardboard, in excellent condition.
    American singer (1902-1993), music promoter, and patron of the arts. Autograph letter in French signed by her, to the French... read more >
    American singer (1902-1993), music promoter, and patron of the arts. Autograph letter in French signed by her, to the French actor Georges Wagué (1874-1965), dated 1938.  Size is 5.5 x 7.8 inches, 1 page written on soft cardboard, in excellent condition.
  • (Item #: GB8933-GX223A)
    French opera administrator and writer (1745-1819), head of the Paris Opera. Autograph letter signed, in french, 1 page, sold untranslated. Size is 7.4 x 9 inches, in excellent condition. ALSO INCLUDED is a written envelope, size 4.6 x 3.9 inches, in excellent condition.
    French opera administrator and writer (1745-1819), head of the Paris Opera. Autograph letter signed, in french, 1 page, sold untranslated.... read more >
    French opera administrator and writer (1745-1819), head of the Paris Opera. Autograph letter signed, in french, 1 page, sold untranslated. Size is 7.4 x 9 inches, in excellent condition. ALSO INCLUDED is a written envelope, size 4.6 x 3.9 inches, in excellent condition.
    French opera administrator and writer (1745-1819), head of...

    $200.00 USD

    (Item #: GB8933-GX223A)
    French opera administrator and writer (1745-1819), head of the Paris Opera. Autograph letter signed, in french, 1 page, sold untranslated. Size is 7.4 x 9 inches, in excellent condition. ALSO INCLUDED is a written envelope, size 4.6 x 3.9 inches, in excellent condition.
    French opera administrator and writer (1745-1819), head of the Paris Opera. Autograph letter signed, in french, 1 page, sold untranslated.... read more >
    French opera administrator and writer (1745-1819), head of the Paris Opera. Autograph letter signed, in french, 1 page, sold untranslated. Size is 7.4 x 9 inches, in excellent condition. ALSO INCLUDED is a written envelope, size 4.6 x 3.9 inches, in excellent condition.
  • (Item #: S5712-GX204B)
    Stage Director of the Paris Opera Comique, autograph letter signed, dated in 1864. Written in French, sold untranslated. Written on first two pages of a 4 page folded document. Size is 5.25 x 8.25 inches, in excellent condition.
    Stage Director of the Paris Opera Comique, autograph letter signed, dated in 1864. Written in French, sold untranslated. Written on... read more >
    Stage Director of the Paris Opera Comique, autograph letter signed, dated in 1864. Written in French, sold untranslated. Written on first two pages of a 4 page folded document. Size is 5.25 x 8.25 inches, in excellent condition.
    Stage Director of the Paris Opera Comique, autograph...

    $60.00 USD

    (Item #: S5712-GX204B)
    Stage Director of the Paris Opera Comique, autograph letter signed, dated in 1864. Written in French, sold untranslated. Written on first two pages of a 4 page folded document. Size is 5.25 x 8.25 inches, in excellent condition.
    Stage Director of the Paris Opera Comique, autograph letter signed, dated in 1864. Written in French, sold untranslated. Written on... read more >
    Stage Director of the Paris Opera Comique, autograph letter signed, dated in 1864. Written in French, sold untranslated. Written on first two pages of a 4 page folded document. Size is 5.25 x 8.25 inches, in excellent condition.
  • (Item #: S2924-SL5-2)
    French conductor and theater director (1841-1906), who was also a violinist and composer.  Nice autograph letter signed by him with the letterhead of the "Agence Dramatique", written in French (sold untranslated).  Size is 7.9 x 9.9 inches, 1 page, folds, in excellent condition.
    French conductor and theater director (1841-1906), who was also a violinist and composer.  Nice autograph letter signed by him with... read more >
    French conductor and theater director (1841-1906), who was also a violinist and composer.  Nice autograph letter signed by him with the letterhead of the "Agence Dramatique", written in French (sold untranslated).  Size is 7.9 x 9.9 inches, 1 page, folds, in excellent condition.
    French conductor and theater director (1841-1906), who was...

    $95.00 USD

    (Item #: S2924-SL5-2)
    French conductor and theater director (1841-1906), who was also a violinist and composer.  Nice autograph letter signed by him with the letterhead of the "Agence Dramatique", written in French (sold untranslated).  Size is 7.9 x 9.9 inches, 1 page, folds, in excellent condition.
    French conductor and theater director (1841-1906), who was also a violinist and composer.  Nice autograph letter signed by him with... read more >
    French conductor and theater director (1841-1906), who was also a violinist and composer.  Nice autograph letter signed by him with the letterhead of the "Agence Dramatique", written in French (sold untranslated).  Size is 7.9 x 9.9 inches, 1 page, folds, in excellent condition.
  • (Item #: K2938-C4E)
    Swiss businessman and violin collector (1810-?). Autograph letter in Italian signed by him, dated October 23, 1876, to violinist Emanuele Rovelli (1836-1912), son of the composer Pietro (1793-1838), sending back a violin and a guitar, which he bought from him. Size is 8.3 x 10.4 inches, 1 page, folds, signs of pressure, missing paper at the bottom, in overall fair condition.
    Swiss businessman and violin collector (1810-?). Autograph letter in Italian signed by him, dated October 23, 1876, to violinist Emanuele... read more >
    Swiss businessman and violin collector (1810-?). Autograph letter in Italian signed by him, dated October 23, 1876, to violinist Emanuele Rovelli (1836-1912), son of the composer Pietro (1793-1838), sending back a violin and a guitar, which he bought from him. Size is 8.3 x 10.4 inches, 1 page, folds, signs of pressure, missing paper at the bottom, in overall fair condition.
    Swiss businessman and violin collector (1810-?). Autograph letter...

    $120.00 USD

    (Item #: K2938-C4E)
    Swiss businessman and violin collector (1810-?). Autograph letter in Italian signed by him, dated October 23, 1876, to violinist Emanuele Rovelli (1836-1912), son of the composer Pietro (1793-1838), sending back a violin and a guitar, which he bought from him. Size is 8.3 x 10.4 inches, 1 page, folds, signs of pressure, missing paper at the bottom, in overall fair condition.
    Swiss businessman and violin collector (1810-?). Autograph letter in Italian signed by him, dated October 23, 1876, to violinist Emanuele... read more >
    Swiss businessman and violin collector (1810-?). Autograph letter in Italian signed by him, dated October 23, 1876, to violinist Emanuele Rovelli (1836-1912), son of the composer Pietro (1793-1838), sending back a violin and a guitar, which he bought from him. Size is 8.3 x 10.4 inches, 1 page, folds, signs of pressure, missing paper at the bottom, in overall fair condition.
  • (Item #: K2544-C3C)
    German bookseller (1837-1896) and music publisher, affiliated to B&H since 1896. Fine autograph letters signed by him as “Breitkopf Härtel”, dated in Leipzig, Dec. 28, 1899, and in  Leipzig, Nov. 12, 1896, and sent to the Italian composer Giovanni Tebaldini (1864-1952) about publishing matters. The publisher kindly asks to take care of the German professor and musicologist Hermann Kretzchmar (1848-1924) who will be traveling in Italy and will be visiting Tebaldini in Padua. Furthermore, the publisher asks about a music collection Tebaldini was working on. 3 pages long, in excellent condition. In the 12 November letter Volkmann addresses Tebaldini in French, concerning a work on Saint Francis: "... If we were already obliged to the article on 'Franciscus' in the Revista Musicale of Turin which shows the pen of the erudite artist and which we have perused with the keenest interest, we are no less grateful to you for all the steps you have been kind enough to take with the aim of an Italian adaptation of the text of St. Francis and the execution of this masterful work in Italy...". 3 pages long, in excellent condition. SOLD TOGETHER, NOT SOLD SEPARATELY.
    German bookseller (1837-1896) and music publisher, affiliated to B&H since 1896. Fine autograph letters signed by him as “Breitkopf Härtel”,... read more >
    German bookseller (1837-1896) and music publisher, affiliated to B&H since 1896. Fine autograph letters signed by him as “Breitkopf Härtel”, dated in Leipzig, Dec. 28, 1899, and in  Leipzig, Nov. 12, 1896, and sent to the Italian composer Giovanni Tebaldini (1864-1952) about publishing matters. The publisher kindly asks to take care of the German professor and musicologist Hermann Kretzchmar (1848-1924) who will be traveling in Italy and will be visiting Tebaldini in Padua. Furthermore, the publisher asks about a music collection Tebaldini was working on. 3 pages long, in excellent condition. In the 12 November letter Volkmann addresses Tebaldini in French, concerning a work on Saint Francis: "... If we were already obliged to the article on 'Franciscus' in the Revista Musicale of Turin which shows the pen of the erudite artist and which we have perused with the keenest interest, we are no less grateful to you for all the steps you have been kind enough to take with the aim of an Italian adaptation of the text of St. Francis and the execution of this masterful work in Italy...". 3 pages long, in excellent condition. SOLD TOGETHER, NOT SOLD SEPARATELY.
    German bookseller (1837-1896) and music publisher, affiliated to...

    $150.00 USD

    (Item #: K2544-C3C)
    German bookseller (1837-1896) and music publisher, affiliated to B&H since 1896. Fine autograph letters signed by him as “Breitkopf Härtel”, dated in Leipzig, Dec. 28, 1899, and in  Leipzig, Nov. 12, 1896, and sent to the Italian composer Giovanni Tebaldini (1864-1952) about publishing matters. The publisher kindly asks to take care of the German professor and musicologist Hermann Kretzchmar (1848-1924) who will be traveling in Italy and will be visiting Tebaldini in Padua. Furthermore, the publisher asks about a music collection Tebaldini was working on. 3 pages long, in excellent condition. In the 12 November letter Volkmann addresses Tebaldini in French, concerning a work on Saint Francis: "... If we were already obliged to the article on 'Franciscus' in the Revista Musicale of Turin which shows the pen of the erudite artist and which we have perused with the keenest interest, we are no less grateful to you for all the steps you have been kind enough to take with the aim of an Italian adaptation of the text of St. Francis and the execution of this masterful work in Italy...". 3 pages long, in excellent condition. SOLD TOGETHER, NOT SOLD SEPARATELY.
    German bookseller (1837-1896) and music publisher, affiliated to B&H since 1896. Fine autograph letters signed by him as “Breitkopf Härtel”,... read more >
    German bookseller (1837-1896) and music publisher, affiliated to B&H since 1896. Fine autograph letters signed by him as “Breitkopf Härtel”, dated in Leipzig, Dec. 28, 1899, and in  Leipzig, Nov. 12, 1896, and sent to the Italian composer Giovanni Tebaldini (1864-1952) about publishing matters. The publisher kindly asks to take care of the German professor and musicologist Hermann Kretzchmar (1848-1924) who will be traveling in Italy and will be visiting Tebaldini in Padua. Furthermore, the publisher asks about a music collection Tebaldini was working on. 3 pages long, in excellent condition. In the 12 November letter Volkmann addresses Tebaldini in French, concerning a work on Saint Francis: "... If we were already obliged to the article on 'Franciscus' in the Revista Musicale of Turin which shows the pen of the erudite artist and which we have perused with the keenest interest, we are no less grateful to you for all the steps you have been kind enough to take with the aim of an Italian adaptation of the text of St. Francis and the execution of this masterful work in Italy...". 3 pages long, in excellent condition. SOLD TOGETHER, NOT SOLD SEPARATELY.
  • (Item #: M6368-G29P)
    Signed program for the Gala Celebration concert in his honor, Metropolitan Opera in New York, 2006. Joseph Volpe (b.1940) was the Met Opera manager and had a 42-year career at the Met Opera. Trifold that is 6.75 x 8.5 inches each page, listing all the artists participating that night, in excellent condition.
    Signed program for the Gala Celebration concert in his honor, Metropolitan Opera in New York, 2006. Joseph Volpe (b.1940) was... read more >
    Signed program for the Gala Celebration concert in his honor, Metropolitan Opera in New York, 2006. Joseph Volpe (b.1940) was the Met Opera manager and had a 42-year career at the Met Opera. Trifold that is 6.75 x 8.5 inches each page, listing all the artists participating that night, in excellent condition.
    Signed program for the Gala Celebration concert in...

    $40.00 USD

    (Item #: M6368-G29P)
    Signed program for the Gala Celebration concert in his honor, Metropolitan Opera in New York, 2006. Joseph Volpe (b.1940) was the Met Opera manager and had a 42-year career at the Met Opera. Trifold that is 6.75 x 8.5 inches each page, listing all the artists participating that night, in excellent condition.
    Signed program for the Gala Celebration concert in his honor, Metropolitan Opera in New York, 2006. Joseph Volpe (b.1940) was... read more >
    Signed program for the Gala Celebration concert in his honor, Metropolitan Opera in New York, 2006. Joseph Volpe (b.1940) was the Met Opera manager and had a 42-year career at the Met Opera. Trifold that is 6.75 x 8.5 inches each page, listing all the artists participating that night, in excellent condition.
  • (Item #: GB8914-GX223A)
    Famous American concert manager (1868-1956), who worked with Björling and Kipnis among others. Typed letter signed about business manager, 1 page with his letterhead, dated in 1920. Size is 8.5 x 7.25 inches, folds, in excellent condition. ALSO INCLUDED is a typed envelope with his letterhead.
    Famous American concert manager (1868-1956), who worked with Björling and Kipnis among others. Typed letter signed about business manager, 1... read more >
    Famous American concert manager (1868-1956), who worked with Björling and Kipnis among others. Typed letter signed about business manager, 1 page with his letterhead, dated in 1920. Size is 8.5 x 7.25 inches, folds, in excellent condition. ALSO INCLUDED is a typed envelope with his letterhead.
    Famous American concert manager (1868-1956), who worked with...

    $40.00 USD

    (Item #: GB8914-GX223A)
    Famous American concert manager (1868-1956), who worked with Björling and Kipnis among others. Typed letter signed about business manager, 1 page with his letterhead, dated in 1920. Size is 8.5 x 7.25 inches, folds, in excellent condition. ALSO INCLUDED is a typed envelope with his letterhead.
    Famous American concert manager (1868-1956), who worked with Björling and Kipnis among others. Typed letter signed about business manager, 1... read more >
    Famous American concert manager (1868-1956), who worked with Björling and Kipnis among others. Typed letter signed about business manager, 1 page with his letterhead, dated in 1920. Size is 8.5 x 7.25 inches, folds, in excellent condition. ALSO INCLUDED is a typed envelope with his letterhead.
  • (Item #: B1099-21A)
    Official program for the Mourning Ceremony of Wieland Wagner (who died October 17th , 1966). Bayreuth Festival House 21st october 1966. Also included is a Season’s greetings card inscribed and signed by Winifred Wagner (1897-1980), wife of Siegfried Wagner.
    Official program for the Mourning Ceremony of Wieland Wagner (who died October 17th , 1966). Bayreuth Festival House 21st october... read more >
    Official program for the Mourning Ceremony of Wieland Wagner (who died October 17th , 1966). Bayreuth Festival House 21st october 1966. Also included is a Season’s greetings card inscribed and signed by Winifred Wagner (1897-1980), wife of Siegfried Wagner.
    Official program for the Mourning Ceremony of Wieland...

    $100.00 USD

    (Item #: B1099-21A)
    Official program for the Mourning Ceremony of Wieland Wagner (who died October 17th , 1966). Bayreuth Festival House 21st october 1966. Also included is a Season’s greetings card inscribed and signed by Winifred Wagner (1897-1980), wife of Siegfried Wagner.
    Official program for the Mourning Ceremony of Wieland Wagner (who died October 17th , 1966). Bayreuth Festival House 21st october... read more >
    Official program for the Mourning Ceremony of Wieland Wagner (who died October 17th , 1966). Bayreuth Festival House 21st october 1966. Also included is a Season’s greetings card inscribed and signed by Winifred Wagner (1897-1980), wife of Siegfried Wagner.
  • (Item #: GF1586-GX156B)
    English actor and stage director (1915-1967), eventually became director of the Julliard Opera Theatre. Signed photograph, shown as himself, inscribed. Stamped on verso by photographer Nancy Sorensen, Lyric Opera of Chicago. Size is 8 x 10 inches, in excellent condition.
    English actor and stage director (1915-1967), eventually became director of the Julliard Opera Theatre. Signed photograph, shown as himself, inscribed.... read more >
    English actor and stage director (1915-1967), eventually became director of the Julliard Opera Theatre. Signed photograph, shown as himself, inscribed. Stamped on verso by photographer Nancy Sorensen, Lyric Opera of Chicago. Size is 8 x 10 inches, in excellent condition.
    English actor and stage director (1915-1967), eventually became...

    $30.00 USD

    (Item #: GF1586-GX156B)
    English actor and stage director (1915-1967), eventually became director of the Julliard Opera Theatre. Signed photograph, shown as himself, inscribed. Stamped on verso by photographer Nancy Sorensen, Lyric Opera of Chicago. Size is 8 x 10 inches, in excellent condition.
    English actor and stage director (1915-1967), eventually became director of the Julliard Opera Theatre. Signed photograph, shown as himself, inscribed.... read more >
    English actor and stage director (1915-1967), eventually became director of the Julliard Opera Theatre. Signed photograph, shown as himself, inscribed. Stamped on verso by photographer Nancy Sorensen, Lyric Opera of Chicago. Size is 8 x 10 inches, in excellent condition.
  • (Item #: GH2621-GX117C)
    Star Italian director (1923-2019) and producer of operas, film and television - one of the world's most famous operatic designers.  Original signed photographs of the artist in different sizes and conditions (for more details please check individual descriptions). Scroll down to see all the autographs and click on each to enlarge or see more photos if available. SOLD INDIVIDUALLY. 
    Star Italian director (1923-2019) and producer of operas, film and television - one of the world's most famous operatic designers. ... read more >
    Star Italian director (1923-2019) and producer of operas, film and television - one of the world's most famous operatic designers.  Original signed photographs of the artist in different sizes and conditions (for more details please check individual descriptions). Scroll down to see all the autographs and click on each to enlarge or see more photos if available. SOLD INDIVIDUALLY. 
    Star Italian director (1923-2019) and producer of operas,...

    $140.00 USD

    (Various price options)

    (Item #: GH2621-GX117C)
    Star Italian director (1923-2019) and producer of operas, film and television - one of the world's most famous operatic designers.  Original signed photographs of the artist in different sizes and conditions (for more details please check individual descriptions). Scroll down to see all the autographs and click on each to enlarge or see more photos if available. SOLD INDIVIDUALLY. 
    Star Italian director (1923-2019) and producer of operas, film and television - one of the world's most famous operatic designers. ... read more >
    Star Italian director (1923-2019) and producer of operas, film and television - one of the world's most famous operatic designers.  Original signed photographs of the artist in different sizes and conditions (for more details please check individual descriptions). Scroll down to see all the autographs and click on each to enlarge or see more photos if available. SOLD INDIVIDUALLY. 
  • (Item #: GH2618-GX117C)
    Italian operatic set designer and stage director (1919-2006), signed photograph, inscribed in Italian, dated in New York in 1976. Size is 7 x 9.5 inches, in excellent condition.
    Italian operatic set designer and stage director (1919-2006), signed photograph, inscribed in Italian, dated in New York in 1976. Size... read more >
    Italian operatic set designer and stage director (1919-2006), signed photograph, inscribed in Italian, dated in New York in 1976. Size is 7 x 9.5 inches, in excellent condition.
    Italian operatic set designer and stage director (1919-2006),...

    $30.00 USD

    (Item #: GH2618-GX117C)
    Italian operatic set designer and stage director (1919-2006), signed photograph, inscribed in Italian, dated in New York in 1976. Size is 7 x 9.5 inches, in excellent condition.
    Italian operatic set designer and stage director (1919-2006), signed photograph, inscribed in Italian, dated in New York in 1976. Size... read more >
    Italian operatic set designer and stage director (1919-2006), signed photograph, inscribed in Italian, dated in New York in 1976. Size is 7 x 9.5 inches, in excellent condition.
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