Vieuxtemps, Henri. (1820-1881) "Among 10 deaf-mutes here listening to music...with the ear...next to a violin, I have known some who were passionate about music" - Autograph Letter SignedALS of the great Belgian violinist and composer to Thodore Perrin. Lyon, December 3, 1855. 1 p. Bifolium with "HUY" embossed. Translated from the French, in full: "Sir, although I am a bit late in answering your eloquent epistle, you will not wish for more, especially as you must have guessed that my answer would be affirmative. I willingly associate myself with your charities and will pay you a visit during one of these days in order to see to it