^Lot 636 Enrico Caruso

ANS, one a 5.25 x 3.5 postcard, no date, but postmarked Naples, June 12, 1921. Short note to Ina Claire. In full: “To you and your dearest mother our best thanks for your kind telegram very much appreciated. Kind regards.” Caruso has also addressed the adjacent panel. In very good condition, with a couple of corner creases, and some light toning and wrinkling. Actress Ina Claire (1893-1985) starred on Broadway from 1910-1938 and in 11 films from 1915-1943 including Ninotchka where she starred opposite Garbo as Russian Grand Duchess Swana. The telegram was undoubtedly get well wishes. Caruso died just seven weeks later.