Finnish composer best known for his work Finlandia, which expressed his country’s growing nationalist feeling. TLS, one page, 5.75 x 4.75, September 11, 1945. Sibelius sends his thanks. In full, “For your greatness to send me your beautiful, deeply felt poems I thank you cordially. In particular the poems written to Finland have moved me and I thank you for the interest you take in my country and my music. Your question whether there is anything you could send me I must answer in the negative as there are so many people in the world who are in need of help.” Triple cloth matted and framed with a portrait of Sibelius, to an overall size of 13 x 22.5. In fine condition, with a horizontal mailing fold. COA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.
