To Noël Godfrey, sincerely, showing him full length in his magnificent costume as 'Radames' in Aida, probably his most famous role, 8½ x 6½ in frame, 16 x 13, no place, no date, circa
Martinelli was associated with the Italian lyric-dramatic repertory, although he performed French operatic roles to great acclaim as well. He was one of the most famous tenors of the 20th century, enjoying a long career at the Metropolitan Opera in New York City and appearing at other major international theatres.