Lot 87
Twain, Mark - Samuel Langhorne (1835-1910) American humorist and author. Autograph Letter Signed with a double signature, "Samuel L. Clemens / Mark Twain," 1 page, 7 x 4½ in., Buffalo, Feb 14, n.y. A charming letter with a play on his pen name, to an unknown correspondent. In full: "Dear Sir: I am only too proud of the chance to help, with this the only Valentine I venture to write this day--for although I am twain in my own person I am only half a person in my matrimonial form, & sometimes my wife shows that she is so much better & nobler than I am, that I seriously question if I am really any more than about a quarter!" Somewhat faded, a few ink smears, and mounting remnants on verso. Rare content.
Estimated Value $4,000 - 6,000.
|
| |
| Unsold |
