German Romantic composer (1854–1921) best known for the opera Hänsel und Gretel. He is not related to the 1960s British pop star of the same name (born Arnold Dorsey), who “borrowed” the composer’s moniker from a music dictionary. ANS in German, signed “E. Humperdinck,” one page on a 5.25 x 1 slip clipped from a letter, no date. The last three lines of a letter from Humperdinck, signed at the conclusion. Matted with an original unsigned postcard photo to an overall size of 7.5 x 9.25. In fine condition, with a few faint brushes to text and mounting remnants to reverse. R&R COA.
