Alda, Frances - Signed Photograph in La Bohème Programs Music Unsigned Strings probably dated in Naples

probably dated in Naples

starting by quoting the second stanza of Schiller’s lyrics for Beethoven’s An die Freunde and commenting how exultant and dear is that music to him

Norwegian bass (b

has 4 additional lines on her handwriting on verso

Great black-and-white photograph signed and inscribed by her with a short sentiment

Alda, Frances - Signed Photograph in La Bohème Programs Music Unsigned Strings probably dated in NaplesNew Zealand born Australian raised soprano (1879 1952), famous during the first three decades of the 20th century for her partnerships with Enrico Caruso at The Met Opera. Gorgeous black and white photograph signed by her with a short sentiment, shown as Mim in Puccini's opera La Bohme. Printed signature on front of photographer Mishkin, New York. Size is 8 x 10. 1 inches, small creases on corners, (not affecting signature), otherwise in very good