Lot 168
Whistler, James M (1834-1903) American painter, etcher, and lithographer. Autograph Letter Signed with his butterfly signature, two pages, 4 x 6 inches, n.p., n.d. "Edmund mon cher - we all talked of you last at the Great George's and all were most affectionate about you. You should not take this occasion to forget us all together. So I, for one, knowing from tradition, that others, distinguished under the same conditions of isolation, made for themselves pet companions, in their retirement, of plants and inferior animals --notably in the case of….a spider was his chosen--send you a butterfly that you should cherish as an emblem of hope and joy. Drive it not from you, my dear Edmund, for it brings my best wishes and loyalty…."
Estimated Value $1,100 - 1,500
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