Rare third-person ALS in French, signed twice, "Mr. Paganini," and once, “Nicolo Paganini,” one page both sides, 5 x 8, April 26, 1831. Letter to the administrators of the Hospices Civils, in part (translated): "Mr. Paganini asks the Administrators of the Hospices to take account of the twenty-two concerts to be given according to his subscription: Sunday, 13 March—Opera. Sunday, 20 March—Opera. Sunday, 27 March—Opera. Sunday, 3 April—Opera. Sunday, 10 April—Theatre Italien. To that effect, he wants to get the earnings of the 13th of March to finish his accounts with the Opera. The other…six concerts are in charge of the Opera. The concert of the 17th is not included. It is in benefit of poor people, from which you will receive a large sum." On the adjoining leaf, Paganini writes, "Return as soon as possible, Mr. Paganini has to leave Thursday morning." In fine condition, with writing showing through from opposing sides, and some paper loss to the integral address leaf. Paganini gave his first concert in Paris on March 9, 1831, and the concert series drew frenzied crowds despite doubled ticket prices at the Paris Opera. A remarkable letter from a significant moment in Paganini's legendary career. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.
This item is Pre-Certified by PSA/DNA
Buy a third-party letter of authenticity for
$300.00
*This item has been pre-certified by a trusted third-party authentication service, and by placing a bid on this item, you agree to accept the opinion of this authentication service. If you wish to have an opinion rendered by a different authenticator of your choosing, you must do so prior to your placing of any bid. RR Auction is not responsible for differing opinions submitted 30 days after the date of the sale.
We use cookies on this site to improve your experience. By using this site, you accept our use of cookies. To learn more, please see our Privacy Policy.
