Description: Lablache, Luigi. (1794-1858) [Severini, Carlo. (1793-1838)]. Lablache, Luigi. (1794-1858) [Severini, Carlo. (1793-1838)] Autograph Letter to Severini Autograph letter signed from the important Italian opera singer known for his powerful and agile voice and acting skills, to Carlo Severini, the director of the Théâtre Italien in Paris. London, June 26, 1836; 1 p. Translated from the Italian), in full: "My dear Severini, Since none of us has understood [?] the De Angioli [?] in the Theater so no one wants to take responsibility for ensuring her comeback. The fear that she would be vocally indisposed at her concert (though she sang beautifully) put us a little in reserve. Her mother told me that she would be content with 6,000 francs, if you would like to grant her at least the Barbiere for her début, but I would like you to reply to me by offering her a debut and if she likes it, to give her the 6,000 francs because that would make your bargain secure. Write to me so that I can have your letter read. Tamburini delivered to me to your letter and denied me to take charge of this business which helped to discourage me. I beg you of secrecy, and in your reply speak of the excellent information I gave you of his concert, for otherwise I run the risk of being stoned. I want to hope that you are fully recovered of the last inconvenience suffered, and and if I turn to serve you remember that here exists the best of your servants, and friends Luigi Lablache." Addressed to Severini, Paris, on the verso. Edges torn and frayed, with minimal loss to text; otherwise in very good condition. 9.75 x 8 inches (25 x 20.2 cm). Lablache, son of a Frenchman living in Naples and an Irishwoman, became to leading Italian bass of his generation. He was in demand all over Europe, regularly singing in Paris and London from 1830 to the mid-1850s; in 1852 he made a tour to St. Petersburg, Russia. "Tamburini" is the Italian baritone Antonio Tamburini (1800-1876), with whom Lablache often shared the stage, e.g. in the original London production of I Puritani. The identity of "De Angioli", obviously a female singer, remains mysterious. Schubertiade Music Arts LLC - BUY WITH CONFIDENCE ! ALL AUTOGRAPHS GUARANTEED AUTHENTIC WITHOUT LIMIT Gabriel Boyers, owner of Schubertiade Music & Arts was the President of the Professional Autograph Dealers Association from 2013-2018 and is a leading and trusted authenticator of autographs, including for many of the world's auction houses and for James Spence (JSA). Schubertiade Music & Arts are also members in good standing of ABAA/ILAB, the most exclusive consortium of Rare Book and Manuscript Dealers in the world, as well as the MLA (Music Librarian Association), and MARIAB (Massachusetts and Rhode Island Antiquarian Booksellers). You can read more about us by searching for Schubertiade Music & Arts and may buy with utmost confidence ! Schubertiade Music & Arts deals in Music, Entertainment, Literary and other Autographs, Antiquarian Music, Books, Prints, Photographs Paintings and Ephemera. Please read more about us in our "about me" page by clicking next to our username / feedback listing. We issue seasonal and occasional catalogues - please contact us if you would like to receive notifications or let us know about your collection. Everything we offer is guaranteed authentic without limitand is so stated on the signed and detailed receipt which comes with every item. Because this Guarantee is attached to an actual and meaningful money-back guarantee (see our Terms for further details), this is much more significant than most COAs which are generally but worthless pieces of paper if not issued by recognized experts in the field and backed by a real authenticity return policy. Shipping Charges are as listed and are not subject to negotiation. We will of course be happy to combine shipments and do NOT charge multiple shipping charges except for large/heavy items which naturally affect the cost. We ship exclusively via insured FedEx and pride ourselves on our thorough and expert packaging.
Price: 500 USD
Location: Brooklyn, New York
End Time: 2025-01-16T01:30:33.000Z
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