SERPETTE, Gaston 1846-1904

Petite Muette Opéra Comique en 3 Actes de Paul Ferrier ... Partition Chant & Piano Pr. net: 12 f ... Théâtre des Bouffes Parisiens. [Piano-vocal score]

Paris: Félix Mackar [PN F. M. 750], [1878].

Large octavo. Original publisher's light blue decorative wrappers printed in darker blue. 1f. (recto illustrated title, verso blank), 1f. (recto manuscript facsimile dedication by composer, verso blank), 1f. (recto notes on first performance and named cast list, verso contents), [i] (blank), 2-173, [ii] (blank), 136-151, [i] (blank) pp.

Named cast includes Peschard, Daubray, Jolly, Minard, Jeannin, Scipion, Maxnère, Théo, Luce, Descot, Blot, Dubois, Vinchon, and Rivet.

Wrappers worn and quite chipped; small rectangular label to upper margin of upper; significant loss to lower wrapper; spine torn with loss. Occasional minor wear and foxing; several small tears; final leaves partially detached.

Second version.

First performed in Paris at the Théatre des Bouffes-Parisiens on 3 October 1877, under the direction of Ch. Comte.

Item #29281

Price: $40.00  other currencies