Composer. His mature works consist entirely of songs and nine large-scale symphonies, with a 10th left unfinished. He is best known for the song-symphony Das Lied von der Erde (The Song of the Earth). LS in German, signed 'Mahler,' one page, 8.5 x 9, A. Magy. Kir Operahaz letterhead, June 22, 1890. Letter, in German, to a gentleman. In part, 'Concerning your letter from Dec 26 1889, I take the liberty about Miss Rose, is she Hungarian...and could I possibly talk to her next...in your office? Waiting for your reply, I remain with greatest respect.' In fine condition, with expected mailing folds and the bottom edge possibly tastefully trimmed. COA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RRAuction COA.
