[Castrato] Velluti, Giovanni Battista. (1780 - 1861)
Signed 1828 Concert Pass
Signed concert pass from the last of the great castrati, who created roles in operas by Niccolini ("Coriolano" opposite Colbran), Rossini ("Aureliano Egitto") & Meyerbeer ("Il Crociato in Egitto" opposite Malibran). As he was active in presenting operas and recitals in London, the present pass to one of his performances is inscribed in English "New Argyll Rooms/Benefit Concert/Monday Morning 26th May 1828/Admit One" and signed "G.B. Velluti." 2-1/2" x 4-1/2" in fine condition. Rare. (11396)Signed Document/Item