Lot 99
Caruso, Enrico (1873-1921) Italian operatic tenor. Though he was a member of his church choir, Caruso had no formal training until age 18. Shortly thereafter, at age 21 he made his debut in Naples. Later, when he came to perform in America, he sang over 600 performances of 37 operas at the Metropolitan Opera and became one of the first musicians to lend his voice to gramophone recordings.
Signature with Self-Portrait ("Enrico Caruso / 1915"). One page, octavo, n.p., 1915. Mailing folds, small foxing or rust stain to right edge and tiny stain on mailing fold. Very good condition.
Estimated Value $800 - 1,200.
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