British operatic composer best known for his collaboration with W. S. Gilbert. ALS, one page, 4.25 x 6.5, June 13, 1889 (in another hand). Sullivan declines a dinner invitation. In full, 'I fear I shall not be in town on Saturday evening (22nd), and therefore I had better (with much regret), decline your kind invitation. I am hard at work writing. I am now only in town whenever business calls me.' In fine condition, with several pencil notations and light toning. RRAuction COA.
