Lot 82
17 Signatures by Celebrated 20th Century Writers, A Most Unusual Collection. Tennesee Williams, Thornton Wilder, Edna Ferber, Zane Grey, Sinclair Lewis, P.S. Woodhouse, Carl Sandberg, Booth Tarkington, Somerset Maugham, Edna St. Vincent Millay, Upton Sinclair, Pearl S. Buck and more. All were sent original pencil sketch portraits by an aspiring artist, J. Raitt and asked to autograph and return them to him, and these 17 represent that unique effort. Apparently a labor of love spanning 30 years, given the dates. All the signatures are bold, many with inscriptions with most expressing appreciation for the artist's efforts which are quite nicely rendered. The portraits all measure 8 x 5" and are in fine condition, save for toning at their outermost corners where they were once tipped in an album. Estimated Value $600 - 800
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