Lot 111
Einstein, Albert (1879-1955) Influencial physicist, author, and intellectual, known as the father of modern physics; winner of the 1921 Nobel prize for physics. Typed Letter Signed "A. Einstein," one page, 11 x 8¼ in., in German, Caputh near Potsdam, Sept. 10, 1931. To Mr. H. York-Steiner in Vienna, saying that he is enclosing the requested introduction by which he hopes that Mr. York-Steiner will fulfill his purpose. The introduction Einstein mentions is not present. Fine condition; one tiny rust spot at right edge.
From 1929-1932, Einstein spent much of the year at his summer house in Caputh, a quiet, idyllic place near two lakes, located six kilometers south of Potsdam. Einstein left Caputh in December 1932 for a lecture tour in the United States. On January 30, 1933, Hitler became Reich Chancellor and the downward spiral began. Einstein never set foot in Germany again.
Estimated Value $2,000 - 2,500.
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