VERDI, GUISEPPE. Autograph letter signed ("G. Verdi"), in Italian, to Mr. G. Antonio de Cristofaro. Milan, 3 January 1899. One page, small 8vo; handsomely matted and framed with original envelope and photographic portrait. Translates: "Dear Friend, And may there be Peace! I do not wish anything else! Please forgive me if I do not write a long letter. My hand is unsteady and I write with difficulty..."