Biene, Auguste van - Signed Photo 1907 Autographs Actors - Letter S Star Italian soprano (1882-1963)

Star Italian soprano (1882-1963)

Elisabeth Hoengen signs on cast page

large volume bound in leather with original brass mounts

dust jacket and book and proof all in excellent condition

Biene, Auguste van - Signed Photo 1907 Autographs Actors - Letter S Star Italian soprano (1882-1963)Famous Dutch cellist and composer (1849 1913), started performing in the streets and was discovered by Michael Costa who hired him for this Covent Garden Orchestra. Van Biene later performed with the best orchestras in Europe and developed a highly successful career, died on stage in performance. Signed photo postcard shown with his instrument, dated in 1907. Size is 3. 5 x 5. 5 inches, in excellent condition.