Prince of Montenevoso, Duke of Gallese – Italian writer, poet, journalist, playwright and soldier during World War I. Autograph letter signed, 2 1/2 pages – (both sides), 10,75 x 8 inch, `Grand Hotel de Russie et des Iles Britanniques` stationery, Rome, 10.06.1897, in French, to a friend – Gabriele D`Annunzio informs that he can not participate in the opening of the venice biennale, written and signed in black ink “Gabriele D`Annunzio”, with intersecting letter folds and scattered mild signs of wear – in fine to very fine condition. Mon très cher Ami, Vous avez bien raison! Voici `le petit mot` que vous craigniez. Je continue à être la victime des Barbares. Je dois renoncer au très grand plaisir d`assister à l`ouverture de lExposition. Veuillez me pardonner et me faire pardonner! Rappelez-moi au souvenir de vos amis artistes avec la plus vive sympathie confraternelle. Ayez aussi l`obligeance de m`écrire le nom de Madame votre sur. Je vous enverrai à l`Hôtel ce que je vous ai promis. Au revoir, mon cher ami et collaborateur, dans la pourpre de lautomne vénitien. En très grande hâte – votre malheureux – Gabriele d`Annunzio. Translated: My dear friend, You are quite right! Here’s `the little word` you feared. I continue to be the victim of barbarians. I must give up the great pleasure of attending the opening of the Exhibition. Please forgive me and let me compensate it! Remind me of the memory of your artist friends with the most keen confraternity. Please also write me the name of your sister. I will send you to the Hotel that I promised you. Goodbye, my dear friend and collaborator, in the purple of the Venetian autumn. In great haste – your unhappy – Gabriele d`Annunzio. Our Identification Number: 6020576. Satisfaction Guarantee – If you are not satisfied with the autographs you can return them within 15 days without giving reasons. We do not offer any Autopen-, Secretarial-, Stamped- or Pre-Print autographs. Certificate of Authenticy – We stand 100% behind all the signatures that we offer! You will receive each autograph with a fine certificate of authenticity with a unique identification number. This service is to our knowledge unique, as illustrated certificates only bring a proof of origin in case of emergency. All prices include VAT. We are unable to accept any foreign cheques. You will receive your order securely packaged and presented neatly within a few days. Please do a google research for “brandesautographs” 2. In our autograph advice guide we will endeavour to answer the questions that we are most often asked on the subject of autographs. Now take some time to read this sections; advice that will help you to keep long and respectful you for autographs! Take a look to our Feedback and Testimonials 5. We are in business for autographs for more than 25years and maybe have Europeans largest reference library in this field. Markus Brandes is passionate in collecting autographs and manuscripts for more than 25 years and since 1997 Markus Brandes Autographs serves worldwide the needs of clients and stands for high class authentic signatures in all areas. If you have any questions or suggestions, drop us a line as we love hearing from our customers. The item “ITALIAN WRITER Gabriele D`Annunzio autograph, handwritten letter signed” is in sale since Sunday, June 24, 2018. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Autographs\Other Collectible Autographs”. The seller is “brandesautographs” and is located in Kesswil. This item can be shipped worldwide.

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