Lot 304
Grandma Moses (Anna Mary Robertson Moses) (1860-1961) American painter. Autograph Letter Signed ("Grandma Moses"), September 15 (1947) (Eagle Bridge), 2 pp small octavo. On printed puppy-dog stationery, to Mrs. Rugh London: "have just received the Express receipt, as the agent has been away. Hope you are keeping well through this hot weather, it is nice and cool here this morning. I have not been so well, but feel fine this morning, so sorry that the glass got broaking [sic], as I packed them my self and thought they would ride to Jerryco, Hoping this finds you all well and doing well." Age toning and fold wear, else Fine. Accompanied by original holograph envelope, postmarked "Eagle Bridge / SEP 13 / 3 PM. / 1947." Grandma Moses took up painting in her 70s and gained fame for her primitive paintings, primarily depicting rural scenes of the 19th and 20th centuries.
Estimated Value $800 - 1,000.
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