Esperanza

by CLASENTI

$30 · Offered by Tamino Autographs

Celebrated Cuban soprano (1882–1953), signed photo postcard, shown in the role of Gilda from Verdi’s Rigoletto. Photograph measures 3.25 x 5.25 inches and is in excellent condition overall. There is slight paper loss along the edges, consistent with age, but the image and handwritten inscriptions remain clear and attractive. Handwritten and signed on both sides by her, inscribed to famous author Leo Riemens. Signature seen in vertical position is printed, others are in real ink, made by her hand.

• Binding: Hardcover

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