Lot 145
Pissarro, Camille (1830-1903) French painter; called "Father of Impressionism"; mentor to Gauguin and Cézanne; later identified with Pointillism. ALS ("C. Pissarro"), 2pp, in French, 7" x 4¼" (18)96 July 7. To his wife Julie, with details of medical treatment he has received. Fine; light soiling. In part: "I've just come back fro Parenteau's, he cauterized me a little more heavily and examined me thoroughly. the conjunctivitis I had is gone, but…my nasal cartilage is irritated. It's nothing, it lasts longer than the inflammation of the eye itself….The stormy weather we're having slows one's recovery….Your loving husband…." With translation.
Estimated Value $800 - 1,000.
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| Realized $891 |
