Abt, Franz. (1819-1885) Autograph Letter and PhotographAutograph letter from the German composer and influential conductor in the circle of Lortzing, Mendelssohn and Schumann. 1 page, June 2, 1861. Regarding his songs, Op. 212. Tears to two corner and margin, not affecting signature or body of letter. Together with a vintage postcard photograph. Celebrated especially as a choral conductor, he composed more than 3000 works. "Vocal music was his main interest, especially male choral music, whose