Puccini, Giacomo - Signed Photo 1905 Autographs Instrumentalists stamped on verso by photographer

stamped on verso by photographer Luxardo in Italy

5 inches for the photo

5 inches with 2 bullet holes on left side and jagged edges on all 4 corners not affecting the text and signature

Elvino: Nicola Monti

s opera "Aida"

Puccini, Giacomo - Signed Photo 1905 Autographs Instrumentalists stamped on verso by photographerItalian opera composer (1858 1924), the greatest creator of verismo for over 30 years until his death by cancer. Nice composite half tone photo with his image in the center, surrounded by famous vocal performers of his time (such as Nellie Melba, Mario Sammarco, conductor Leopoldo Mugnone and others), celebrating a supper given in his honor on October 24th, 1905 at the famous Savoy Hotel (demolished in the 1960s) in London. Size is 10. 75 x 8. 75