VERDI, Giuseppe (1813-1901). Autograph letter signed to Antonio Ghislanzoni, St Agata, 10 September 1872, revelling in the success of Aida at the box office Tre succesi, voglio dire tre in cassi come se realiziorno gnasi mai. Cosi va bene. Meglio degli applausi, referring to the length of time since he last heard from Ghislanzoni, and recommending a spa for the latter's leg, 2 pages, octavo

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VERDI, Giuseppe (1813-1901). Autograph letter signed to Antonio Ghislanzoni, St Agata, 10 September 1872, revelling in the success of Aida at the box office Tre succesi, voglio dire tre in cassi come se realiziorno gnasi mai. Cosi va bene. Meglio degli applausi, referring to the length of time since he last heard from Ghislanzoni, and recommending a spa for the latter's leg, 2 pages, octavo

The letter shows Verdi's pleasure at the success with the public of Aida, always a better judge in his mind than the critics. He also expresses his respect for Ghislanzoni, regarding him without equal in his field.

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