Faure, Jean-Baptiste. (1830 - 1914) CDV Photograph as HamletOriginal CDV photograph of the celebrated French operatic baritone and composer in the title role of Hamlet (Thomas), which he created in 1868 at the Paris Opra. Issued by Ch. Reutlinger (Paris). Slightly trimmed along bottom margin, otherwise fine. 2. 5 x 3. 75 inches (6. 2 x 9. 8 cm). Creator of important roles by Mass, Thomas, Meyerbeer, Verdi and others, he "possessed a fine, resonant, even and extensive voice[and] was chiefly notable for the