GENCER, Leyla [SPORTS] signed by Mountbatten of Burma

signed by Mountbatten of Burma over the back of the title page (opposite to the index - editorial page)

shown in role in Le Comte Ory

Japanese violinist (1927-2008)

Blues composer and musician (1873-1958)

minor loss of paper on 2 corners

GENCER, Leyla [SPORTS] signed by Mountbatten of BurmaTurkish star soprano (1928 2008), well known for her great interpretations of Bel Canto operas, Gencer was active for over 3 decades and sang over 70 different roles. Signed photograph, shown in role in Donizetti's Poliuto, inscribed and dated in 1962. Photo by Piccagliani, La Scala, Milan. Size is 4 x 5. 75 inches, in excellent condition.