Sargent, John Singer. (1856-1925) American artist.
Autograph Letter Signed. Two pages, Octavo, on imprinted addressed letterhead, Chelsea, London, n.d.
Rare illustrated letter from the important American painter John Singer Sargent, who writes on the first page:
"Here it is, my dear Duchess, the image of his father.
Yours to command,
John S. Sargent."
On the verso page the artist has sketched a comical image of a featureless Elizabethan page boy holding a train.
Fine. This letter has been published in Charles Hamilton's The Illustrated Letter, where it appears on page 93.
Estimated Value $2,500-UP.
