Lot 44
Homer, Winslow (1836-1910) Freelance illustrator for Harper's Weekly; in 1859 he began his career as a painter, often of Civil War subjects; he began to paint in watercolor in 1873. In 1883, he settled at Prout's Neck, Maine, although he traveled widely, and painted the watercolors upon which much of his later fame rested. In 1890 he began a series of much-admired landscapes, painted in oil.
Two Autograph Letters Signed, one in full and one "W. Homer," plus a full signature in the text, 2pp each, Prouts Neck, Maine, 1902 Sept 20 and n.p., 1907 Aug. 21. Fine. The first regards the rental of a cottage Homer owns: "The rent of my cottage is $600 per year--300 in advance & the balance on August. 1st following…." The second is to Mrs. Laura W. Marrs, who rented a cottage every year from Homer, "I send you your pirch [sic] that I caught in front of your cottage this morning. They are skinned & put in this shape by Winslow Homer N.A…." Envelope with no postage (hand delivered), addressed in Homer's hand.
Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,500.
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