GATES, Lucy Singers Russia Sent to famous Italian conductor

Sent to famous Italian conductor Vittorio Gui

including Melba

Her autobiography book "Leap of Faith: Memoirs of an Unexpected Life" signed by her on a plate attached to the front end page

Beautiful photograph signed by both artists

Spanish composer (1891-1982)

GATES, Lucy Singers Russia Sent to famous Italian conductorAmerican soprano (1882 1951), whose full name was Emma Lucy Ann Gates Bowen. Signed vintage photograph, shown as Marguerite in Gounod's Faust, inscribed and dated in 1940. Bold and clear handwriting and signature. Also contains hand signed signature "Polk" (presumably photographer) on front side. Size is 4 x 6 inches, in excellent condition.