These three presentation copies were given to Therese Henriques (1833–83), in whose home Hans Christian Andersen was a frequent visitor during the last 15 years of his life. The home was full of life and happy days as a large circle of both Danish and foreign musicians and artists visited the salons and parties held there. The friendship with Henriques was actually established in August Bournonville's home, where the poet first heard the young, talented Therese Henriques play the piano. Immediately, a warm friendship between the two was kindled, and it would last a lifetime. In one of the dedications Andersen alludes directly to the music and Therese's great talent as a pianist, which is also mentioned in ”The Story of My Life”.

"Fru Therese Henriques som fra Pjanoet forstaaer at fortælle digterisk Eventyr og Historier bringes denne lille Bouquet med hjertelig Hengivenhed H.C. Andersen"

(ENG: "Mrs. Therese Henriques Who from the piano understands how to poetically weave fairy tales and stories Is given this little bouquet with heartfelt devotion H.C. Andersen")

Provenance: Descendants of Henriques family.