Alexandre DUMAS père (1802- 1870). L.A.S., [March 1854, to Pauline Viardot]; 1 page in-8 (portrait attached). "Good and great friend, I learn, just now, that you are in Paris. Can you sing a piece for us on Thursday at the Théatre de la porte St Martin. It is to raise a tomb to Soulié and Balzac. Unfortunately I have an appointment with Mr. Fould, otherwise I would be at your place.