Jules Massenet Autographs, Memorabilia & Collectibles
JULES MASSENET
Born: May 12, 1842 in Saint-Etienne, Loire, Rhône-Alpes, France
Died: August 13, 1912 in Paris, France
Biography
French composer Jules Massenet (1842-1912) made his name with the comic opera Don César de Bazan (1872). Other operas followed, including Manon (1884), considered by many to be his masterpiece, Le Cid (1885) and Werther (1892). In the 3rd Part of The Virgin, "Good Friday", Mary-Salomé, Mary-Magdeleine, John and Simon have sought refuge in the Virgin's home. They try to comfort Christ's mother. In the distance one can hear the threatening voices of the people and the soldiers. The Virgin premiered in Paris on May 22, 1880, three months before Massenet inscribed this to Miss Hautier. The premier performance was conducted by Massenet himself.
1985-Herodiade (Music Department), 2009-Thais (Music Department), 1993-Young-Werther (Sound), 1993-Young-Werther (Music Department), 2006-Heridas-de-amor (Sound), 1998-Chaliapin:-The-Enchanter (Sound), 1997-Heaven-Before-I-Die (Sound), 1994-The-3-Tenors-in-Concert-1994 (Sound), 1968-Our-Lady-of-the-Turks (Sound), 2007/II-Manon (Music Department), 2007-Jules-Massenet:-Manon (Music Department), 2002-Pavarotti-&-Friends-2002-for-Angola (Music Department), 1917/I-Thais (Music Department), 1978-Werther (Sound), 2010-La-bomba-del-Liceu (Sound), 2012-Liberal-Arts (Sound), 1908-Herodiade-Aria-de-Sao-Joao (Music Department), 2010-Revealed (Sound), 2005-Rampo-Noir (Sound), 2000-The-Dish (Sound), 1976-Marathon-Man (Sound), 2008-2012-The-Metropolitan-Opera-HD-Live (Music Department), 2011-Elegie (Music Department), 1926-Manon-Lescaut (Music Department), 2011-Cendrillon (Sound), 1977-Live-from-Lincoln-Center (Music Department), 1980-Gary-Cooper,-que-estas-en-los-cielos (Sound), 1981-Six-personnages-en-quete-d'un-chanteur (Sound), 2005-Jules-Massenet:-Werther (Music Department), 2004-Thais (Music Department), 1993-Werther (Music Department), 1986-Werther (Music Department), 2010-Don-Quichotte (Sound), 2010-Werther (Sound), 2007-Sheherazade:-An-Oriental-Night-with-the-Berliner-Philharmoniker (Sound), 2005-Transamerica (Sound), 2003-Six-Feet-Under (Sound), 2001-Antonio-Pappano (Sound), 1992-The-Accompanist (Sound), 1962-Maria-Callas-in-Concert---Hamburg,-16-March-1962 (Sound), 1955-Sanoma-kaikkien-kuultavaksi (Sound), 2010-Don-Quichotte (Music Department), 2010-Werther (Music Department), 2006-Infinite-Dream (Music Department), 2005-Jules-Massenet:-Le-Roi-de-Lahore (Music Department), 2001-Manon (Music Department), 2000-Massenet:-His-Life-and-Music (Music Department), 1996-Gold-and-Silver-Gala-with-Placido-Domingo (Music Department), 1986-The-Gospel-According-to-Vic (Sound), 1996-Poussieres-d'amour---Abfallprodukte-der-Liebe (Sound), 2008-The-Metropolitan-Opera-HD-Live (Sound), 2004-Ladies-in-Lavender. (Sound), 2000-Don-Quichotte (Sound), 1997-Our-God's-Brother (Sound), 1996-A-Loss-of-Innocence (Sound), 1987-The-Return-of-Sherlock-Holmes (Sound), 1982-I-Are-You,-You-Am-Me (Sound), 1982-Domingo/Troyanos-Met-Gala-Concert (Sound), 1962-The-Jack-Benny-Program (Sound), 1948-Luxury-Liner (Sound), 1937-I'll-Take-Romance (Sound), 1935-Here's-to-Romance (Sound), 2007/I-Manon (Music Department), 2001-Le-Cid (Music Department), 2000-Don-Quichotte (Music Department), 1983-Manon (Music Department), 1980-Werther (Music Department)
Theater Credits
Thais - Music (1908 - emClosing date unknown/em), Victor-Herbert's-Concert - Music (April 30, 1905 - April 30, 1905)
Style
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JULES MASSENET - AUTOGRAPH ENVELOPE UNSIGNED 03/30/1906 - HFSID 154120Envelope is a handwritten, unsigned item addressed by Jules Massenet to Herr W. E. Colulli/Pension Volckmann/Potsdamer Str/Berlin. It includes pencil and ink notes mentioning Cesar Cui, with connections to Massenet remaining uncertain. Further research is suggested.Price: $400.00
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JULES MASSENET - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED - HFSID 168285Autograph letter signed: M. Massenet, dated August 18, discussing vocalists for La Terre Promise. Addressed to Dear friend, expressing admiration for Italy. Massenet, a renowned French composer, is known for operas like Manon and Werther.
Price: $750.00
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JULES MASSENET - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED - HFSID 274574Autograph letter signed by Jules Massenet expresses regret about not being able to see a friend. The letter includes a personal message in French, revealing his hopes to return to Paris and fond feelings towards the recipient.
Price: $500.00
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JULES MASSENET - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED - HFSID 35651Autograph letter signed: "J. Massenet", addressed to "My dear director", discussing a meeting to share details about his Sunday. Massenet, known for operas like Don César de Bazan and Manon, composed over 200 songs.
Price: $750.00
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JULES MASSENET - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 02/15/1883 - HFSID 217300Autograph letter signed by Jules Massenet, dated February 15, 1883, addressing "my dear director." In French, it expresses concerns about bad news received. Massenet references a visit from Mrs. Gustav Dreyfus and emphasizes a preference for certainty over doubt.
Sale Price $625.00
$750.00
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JULES MASSENET - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 02/15/1895 - HFSID 217301Letter by Jules Massenet, signed "Massenet", expresses pleasure regarding a friend's return from Italy. Dated February 15, 1895, it discusses Massenet's illness and mentions his excitement about a transcription. Includes pencil notes in the margin.
Price: $750.00
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JULES MASSENET - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 02/17/1886 - HFSID 258625Autograph letter signed: J. Massenet, dated February 17, 1886, in Paris, expressing gratitude and discussing an upcoming appointment. Written in French, it conveys appreciation for congratulations and mentions a forthcoming discussion with the editor.
Price: $750.00
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JULES MASSENET - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 05/07/1893 - HFSID 79918Autograph letter signed by J Massenet in French, dated May 7, 1893, praising the recipient and arranging a meeting. The letter expresses admiration and gratitude, showcasing Massenet's appreciation for the arts.
Price: $750.00
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JULES MASSENET - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 05/09/1912 - HFSID 344129Autograph letter signed by Massenet in blue ink, dated May 9, 1912, written in French to a friend. The letter expresses joy in receiving a previous correspondence. Includes a mounted photograph of the composer.
Sale Price $995.00
$1,200.00
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JULES MASSENET - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 06/20/1899 - HFSID 152210Letter from Jules Massenet, dated June 20, 1899, signed "Massenet," is assuring a friend of his attendance at the next meeting. Written in French, it expresses his admiration and mentions his solitude in the countryside.
Sale Price $625.00
$750.00
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JULES MASSENET - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 08/19/1871 - HFSID 29937Autograph letter signed: "J. Massenet", dated August 19, 1871, in French. Massenet expresses his inability to meet due to his unpredictable visits to Paris after leaving during the Paris Commune's suppression.
Price: $950.00
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JULES MASSENET - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 1/11 - HFSID 86694Autograph letter signed "Massenet", dated January 7, 1895, in Paris, addresses "Mademoiselle" and discusses a meeting on January 11. Jules Massenet, renowned French composer, is known for his operas such as Don César de Bazan and Manon.
Sale Price $545.00
$650.00
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JULES MASSENET - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 10/27/1900 - HFSID 29931Autograph letter signed: Massenet, addressed to Camille Distel, discussing permission to publish music for her poem Bonne Nuit. Dated October 27, 1900, and written in French, it expresses admiration and mentions Massenet's theatrical works.
Price: $1,100.00
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JULES MASSENET - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 11/06/1897 - HFSID 18527Autograph letter signed by Massenet, dated November 6, 1897, expressing gratitude to conductor Jules Danbée after a rehearsal of his opera Sapho. The letter includes a compliment and is written in French, translated in full.
Sale Price $675.00
$800.00
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JULES MASSENET - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 11/27/1893 - HFSID 29934Autograph letter signed: "Massenet", dated 1893, requesting leave for his student Fernand Halphen to compose music while serving in the military. Massenet predicts Halphen's success in winning the Prix de Rome. The letter discusses Halphen's talent and commitment.
Price: $1,100.00
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JULES MASSENET - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 12/02/1897 - HFSID 268159Letter from Jules Massenet offers congratulations for a daughter's success, signed as Massenet in brown ink on December 2, 1897. It includes personal remarks and mentions his intention to autograph a Sapho for the recipient.
Price: $475.00
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JULES MASSENET - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 12/07/1906 - HFSID 31646Letter from Jules Massenet, dated December 7, 1906, signed "J. Massenet", discussing rehearsal logistics. He expresses difficulty attending the first rehearsal due to an election, requesting a rescheduling. Contains pencil notes and shows signs of wear and aging.
Price: $800.00
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JULES MASSENET - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 4/16 - HFSID 46601Letter from Jules Massenet, signed "Massenet", inquiring about a missing photo by Charles Reutlinger, dated April 16. Written in French, it expresses his longing for the friend. Massenet is known for operas like Manon and Le Cid.
Price: $475.00
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JULES MASSENET - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED CIRCA 1901 - HFSID 174531Letter to composer Helene Moulins, signed J. Massenet, dated April 15, 1901, discussing a delayed trip to Vienna. Accompanied by an original envelope addressed in his handwriting. Written in French, expressing regret for not being able to visit.
Price: $750.00
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JULES MASSENET - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED CIRCA 1903 - HFSID 159413Handwritten note from composer Jules Massenet, signed as "J. Massenet", expresses appreciation with the message, "You really are a lively soul and at the same time, so reflective. How dear of you to remember a friend like me after so many years!" Dated November 17, 1903.
Price: $475.00
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JULES MASSENET - AUTOGRAPH LETTER UNSIGNED 12/13/1899 - HFSID 29936Autograph letter from Jules Massenet, unsigned, dated December 13, 1899, discussing the benefits of cold weather while in Geneva for the premiere of his opera Cendrillon. Written in French, it contains personal sentiments to an unnamed recipient.
Sale Price $395.00
$475.00
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JULES MASSENET - AUTOGRAPH MUSICAL QUOTATION SIGNED 12/31/1906 - HFSID 85416Handwritten musical quotation and drawing by Jules Massenet, signed as J. Massenet, dated December 31, 1906. The item includes two bars of music, French lyrics, and illustrations, with a German verse accompanying the music.
Price: $1,200.00
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JULES MASSENET - AUTOGRAPH NOTE ON CALLING CARD SIGNED 06/21 - HFSID 87245Calling card signed by Jules Massenet features an autograph note in brown ink, stating an appointment for "next Monday, June 21st / at Minestral at 5 o'clock." Massenet, a French composer, is known for operas such as Manon and Werther.
Price: $450.00
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JULES MASSENET - AUTOGRAPH NOTE ON CALLING CARD UNSIGNED - HFSID 29935Autograph note on a calling card from Jules Massenet, sending sincere congratulations while traveling to Italy, is imprinted with his name. The text, translated from French, reads, "With my most sincere congratulations. While traveling .. to Italy."
Price: $400.00
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JULES MASSENET - AUTOGRAPH NOTE ON PICTURE POSTCARD SIGNED 07/30/1906 - HFSID 217302Autographed note from Jules Massenet, signed "J. Massenet", dated July 30, 1906, and written in French. The note arranges a meeting at the Theatre Francais in Paris, printed on a picture postcard of a chateau in Egreville.
Sale Price $625.00
$750.00
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JULES MASSENET - AUTOGRAPH NOTE ON PICTURE POSTCARD SIGNED 08/27/1911 - HFSID 29933Autograph letter signed by Jules Massenet, dated August 27, 1911, on a picture postcard from his summer home in Egreville. The note expresses gratitude and mentions receiving a picture of a dear friend, written in French.
Price: $850.00
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JULES MASSENET - AUTOGRAPH NOTE SIGNED 05/22/1893 - HFSID 169219Autograph note signed: Massenet, dated May 22, 1893, from the countryside, addressed to an unnamed recipient. It expresses admiration and thoughts, translating to: My glory would be to deserve your letter. Sending my thoughts to you...
Price: $500.00
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JULES MASSENET - AUTOGRAPH NOTE SIGNED 06/09/1900 - HFSID 30238Note written by Jules Massenet in French, dated June 6, 1900, and signed Massenet. Expressing gratitude to a friend, it includes personal remarks and mentions his departure for Caux. Contains original content and insights into Massenet's life.
Price: $475.00
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JULES MASSENET - AUTOGRAPH TELEGRAM SIGNED - HFSID 67111Telegram addressed to librettist Louis Gallet, signed "J. Massenet". Written in brown ink, it discusses a meeting. Massenet, a prominent French composer, collaborated with Gallet on several operas and oratorios, including Marie-Magdeleine and Le Cid.
Price: $750.00
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JULES MASSENET - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH 1898 - HFSID 86777Photograph of Jules Massenet by Nadarz signed and dated 1898, inscribed in French: "To Mr. Leon Jancey/ at the Odeona/ A dear souvenir/ Massenet/ Paris/ 1898". Massenet, known for operas like Manon, created numerous songs and works.
Sale Price $925.00
$1,100.00
