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PUZZI
(Giacinta, 1807-1889, Italian Soprano)
Autograph Letter Signed to Mr Drummond, in English,
saying she is "engaged tomorrow till half past four o'clock, but shall be delighted to see your friend Mr Marshall at that time if you can favor me", 1 side 8vo black-edged, 9 Harley Street, London, 21st November no year, circa
small defect in one blank black corner
Giacinta Toso
was seen singing in Turin by horn player
Giovanni Puzzi
, (1792-1876), and brought by him to London in 1827, where she succeeded Mme Caradori-Allan at the Italian Opera. They married not long afterwards. When, after contracting rheumatic fever, Giacinta was forced to abandon her career, the Puzzi's remained in London as teachers. They also encouraged musicians from abroad and for 50 years many famous names both British and foreign attended her salons.
Item Date:
1865
Stock No:
56335
£65
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