JOHN SINGER SARGENT HANDWRITTEN LETTER SIGNED, PORTRAIT ARTIST, ART CLUB CIRCLE

Description: JOHN SINGER SARGENT WAS THE MOST SUCCESSFUL PORTRAIT PAINTER OF HIS ERA AND HERE HANDWRITES A LETTER, TO A POSSIBLE PATRON (“DEAR MADAME”), SCHEDULING A VISIT WHERE “YOU WILL FIND ME AT YOUR DISPOSAL…I WILL HAVE MANY DAYS AND EVENINGS TO DEDICATE ENTIRELY TO YOU…EITHER IN LONDON OR IN THE COUNTRYSIDE.” JOHN SINGER SARGENT (1856-1925) HANDWRITTEN LETTER SIGNED, “John S. Sargent”, four pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 7, on Arts Club, Hanover Square letterhead, 11 May, to “Dear Madame”, in French (with full translation in English), in part: “It’s been a week since I came to the Circle and I regret it very much because I find a letter from you without date and that may have waited a long time. In that case what would you think of me, who would have answered you immediately if you had written top me at 13 Tite Street Chelsea where I live…I hasten to tell you that I will be delighted to see you arrive …you will find me…at your disposal…During the month I have a few commitments to dinner and some portrait sessions, but I will have many days and evening to dedicate entirely to you. Either in London or in the countryside…Always write me 13 Tite St. Chelsea London as it may still be days before I receive your letters. I fear that this has already caused you astonishment and anxiety about my character….” In 1884 his daring portrait of Madame Gautrau ("Madame X") aroused such controversy at the Paris Salon that he decided to settle in London, taking up residence in Whistler's former home and studio in Tite Street, Chelsea. The Art Club was founded by a group of artists dissatisfied with the entrenched attitudes of the Royal Academy, the club embraced the Parisian avant-garde and went on to become the dominant force in British art in the new century. The group mounted their first show in 1886, at which about fifty artists were represented, including paintings by John Singer Sargent. This especially nice content, handwritten and signed letter is in fine condition, with the usual fold lines and minor age toning. #13073ZWBB Certificate of Authenticity This item has been authenticated and is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity issued by our parent company, History Makers Autographs. We financially stand behind our COA. Our commitment to authenticity and customer satisfaction are the reasons why we've been able to stay in business for so long (since 1985)! Ask us about our PSA/DNA and JSA authentication guarantee. YES, WE DO OFFER A LAYAWAY PLAN WE OFFER LAYAWAY AT NO EXTRA COST: A non-refundable 25% deposit is required and then the balance is to be paid at 25% per month for the next 3 months. All items will be held until the final payment is received. Please let us know if you would like to put some items in layaway and we will be happy to make the arrangements. THIS IS AN ORIGINAL HAND SIGNED AUTOGRAPH. We do not sell reprints or facsimile autographs. This is our 34th year in business. We closed our retail galleries and now are totally internet sales oriented. We are a long-time member of UACC #RD337, PADAH, and the Manuscript Society. Our collectibles make for fantastic additions to long standing collections, great starting points for new collectors looking for trusted authentic material, and make for a truly unique gifts for that special person in your life or corporate gift for a special client. If you have any questions feel free to contact us. Be sure to add us to your favorites list. Also take a look at the hundreds of other items we have in our eBay store. History Makers Autographs offers one of the strongest guarantees available by any dealer. We unconditionally guarantee the authenticity of the document/artwork, without time limit, to the original purchaser. Every item we sell comes with a Certificate of Authenticity clearly stating this guarantee. International Buyers Please Note: Import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding/buying. These charges are normally collected by the delivering freight (shipping) company or when you pick the item up; do not confuse them for additional shipping charges. Thank you for visiting our eBay store. We hope you enjoyed looking at all the wonderful autographs, historic documents, fine art photographs, and interesting memorabilia. Please let us know how we can be of service. We appreciate you letting your friends know about us.

Price: 1500 USD

Location: Nokomis, Florida

End Time: 2024-02-22T15:48:59.000Z

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