Celebrated soprano (1820–1887), known as the ‘Swedish Nightingale,’ who, under the management of P. T. Barnum, became the most renowned and highly paid singer of her day. ALS signed 'J. L. Goldschmidt,' one page, lightly-lined both sides, 5.75 x 3.5, no date. In part: 'Would you kindly let me have 6 yards of braids,' adding the postscript on the reverse side, 'and please to let me have 6 pairs of black silk boot-laces—and one dozen of black boot buttons….' In very good condition, with two vertical mailing creases (one passing through her name), areas of toning, and show-through from old mounting residue on the reverse affecting some words. RRAuction COA.
