Lot 93
Getty, J. Paul (1892-1976) American industrialist. He founded the J. Paul Getty Museum in California and bequeathed it an endowment of $750 million, making it the world's richest museum. Getty lived in Britain from the early 1950s until his death. Typed Letter Signed "J. Paul Getty," n.p., February 27, 1941. To Mr. Bankhead, sending information about his travels that was necessary in order to get a new passport. In part: "…One of the questions listed in the passport application requires information regarding residence abroad…does not cover visits to other countries while I still maintained my United States residence…I made the following visits to foreign countries…Japan, China and the Philippines…I was in Germany and during my stay there, I brought suit for divorce but it was not granted…In 1936 I was in Europe for the Olympic Games in Berlin…" Moderate chipping at margins, some soiling, and hole punches at top.
Estimated Value $900 - 1,200.
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