Massenet, Jules. (1842-1912)

"Manon" - Signed and Inscribed with AMQS to his Doctor

Paris: Au Menestrel, Heugel et Cie. Opéra comique en 5 Actes et 6 Tableux. Piano-vocal score. 391 pp. Lithographed. [PN] H. et Cie. 7067 & G.H.1386. A remarkable copy, boldly inscribed in purple ink opposite the title page with an AMQS from ACT V, "à Mon cher et excellent Docteur + ami Dr. Poyet. Massenet. 1881. 1895." Quarter red leather, red marbled boards. Inner front joint splitting, overall strong and otherwise in very fine condition throughout.

The opera was first performed at the Opéra-Comique in Paris on January 19, 1884 with enormous success and has remained Massenet's most popular and enduring opera. (5430)

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