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To art collector and patron Thomas B. Clarke. Homer discusses his famous painting 'The Rescue.' "The size of the canvas of that sketch is 24x30. I have been waiting for the case to be returned to me now from Richards & it just arrived. I shall send it Monday next. I will write you at that date. Yours in haste. Messenger waiting." Beautifully penned and signed, "Winslow Homer." In a postscript Homer "thanks for your other just arrived."

HOMER, WINSLOW. (1836-1910). American realist painter and lithographer.
Extremely handsome and interesting A.L.S., folio, n.p., Oct. 15, 1896.
Price: $4,500.00
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This indenture transfers from Henry Steigel and Elizabeth Steigel to Hubbard Baumgartner, a piece of parcel of land...Together with all and singular other Buildings, Improvements, Ways, Paths, Water, Water Concession rights, Members, Privileges, Herditaments. This lengthy document on vellum is signed twice, Henry Wm. Steigel and again by, Elizabeth Steigel.

STIEGEL, HENRY WILLIAM. (1729-86). German born, American ironmaster and glass-maker. In 1750, he emigrated to Philadelphia and by 1758 he was operating an iron factory in Lancaster County, PA, that became one of the most successful in the colonies. In 1764, he opened the first of his three glass factories, and in addition to making standard sheet glass, he employed German, Venetian, and English glassblowers to make some of the most widely marketed glass tableware of the time. Although his glass wares were not signed and there are several varieties of Stiegel ware, including those colored wine-red, amethyst, and blue, and some with molded patterns, purists prefer to limit the term to a fine flint or green variety of glassware with engraved or enameled decoration.
Magnificent, Rare Printed and Manuscript Document Signed,vellum, folio, Manheim, Pa., February 4, 1773.
Price: $3,500.00
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Cummings drew a shady figure looking over his shoulder as he moves forward, as if trying to stay hidden from someone chasing him. Drawn in black ink, one slight crease in the darkest portion of the background shading, matted and framed in gray and silver. Cummings signs under the figure, on a slant. A most attractive artwork.

CUMMINGS, E ( Edward). E (Estlin). (1894-1962) American poet and painter. Recognized as a groundbreaking writer in the field of poetry because of his use and positioning of words, use of syntax and subject matter of his poems.
Wonderful Signed Original Drawing, 4to
Price: $3,500.00
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HOMER, WINSLOW. (1836-1910). American realist painter and lithographer.
A.L.S., 4to, Hotel Westminster stationery, with reproduced image, New York, December 2, 1904.
Price: $3,250.00
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To Julian Scott of Plainfield, New Jersey, discussing copyrights procedure. "In reply I beg to state that I have not had any luck in receiving any notice in regards to my last application for a copyright . But before that time I was always successful by enclosing one dollar with the title of the word printed (a type writer will do) and two copies if a print or photo but you can copyright an oil painting as a design by making a sketch of it and sending with title and dollar to the Librarian of Congress, Washington D.C." Homer in a jocular mood signs, "Yours truly, Big Picture Big Picture Bye Shek a Shek picture" then "Winslow Homer." With stamped holograph envelope.

HOMER, WINSLOW. (1836-1910). American realist painter and lithographer. Perhaps the greatest of the American watercolorists, especially of seascapes and landscapes.
Scarce Autograph Letter Signed, 2 separate 8vo pages, New York, March 16, 1887.
Price: $3,200.00
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He writes to the art publisher, Waldemar Klein, Thames and Hudson publishing house. "Thank you for your kind lines and the uncommonly active support in the matter of the lithos for Hungary. Frau Dr. Furtwangler, with whom we just spent a week n St. Moritz, was also delighted. I chose the head of the suffering Christ under the assumption that it was a 'speaking' image which reminds us how humanity is becoming nationless in this world where the byword democracy is on everyone's lips while displacement and liquidation of entire peoples is continuing without a care and the number of concentration camps, refugee camps is increasing yearly. The individual has become an abstraction, maybe therein lies the deeper cause of the tragedy of the most recent past, perhaps the graphic artist may keep his eyes open and put the writing on the wall, yet it will serve as a warning to nobody as long as society keeps putting its head in the sand, just as the ostrich does when danger looms. I thank you very kindly, ,and I wish you all the success that a good purpose deserves. I was never in Budapest [and] would have to depend on photos and postcards to produce a painting. Respected modern artists are wont to do this, but it is not for me. Thus we'll have to make do with current subject, perhaps it will be recommended in church circles in Germany. May I also suggest to send a number of prospectuses to Mr. Walter Neurath [co-publisher with Klein] ..with the request to advertise the litho in England and the States, where his publishing house maintains contacts to art dealers...." He signs, "Oskar Kokoschka."

KOKOSCHKA, OSKAR. (1886-1980) Czech born Austrian artist and writer, best known for his Expressionist landscapes and figures.
Superb Autograph Letter Signed, in German, on one 8vo sheet of printed personalized blue stationery, Villeneuve, Switzerland, January 21, 1957.
Price: $3,200.00
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This is a highly unusual drawing of a solitary cowboy full length from spurs to large brimmed hat, wearing brown paints, buckled boots, baggy red shirt and blue hat. He has a mustache with both guns drawn, one at his side and the second pointed and fired. This work is from a small collection of his miscellaneous drawings from a sketchbook and scraps of paper, some signed and others unsigned. This drawing is done on sketching type paper, once folded, but now in ideal collector's condition.

NIELSEN, KAY. (1886-1954).
Magnificent, multicolor original watercolor drawing unsigned, small 8vo, n.p., n.d.
Price: $2,650.00
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Moses writes to her earliest supporter and longtime dealer, Louis J. Caldor. In part (spellings retained), Dear Mr. Caldor, was tired the night that you were here and could not think fast. But have been thinking sence if yourealy wants some more of my paintings for a exibet, I could paint two or three large ones like those that I;m doing for my childrenI would do them on hard board and fram themSo sorry that you and your frinds had to come in the rain. Signed, Grandma Moses.

MOSES, ANNA MARY (GRANDMA MOSES) . (1860-1961). American folk artist. She is often cited as an example of an individual successfully beginning a career in the arts at an advanced age. A Yankee primitive artist, first recognized in her eighties.
Uncommonly signed Autograph Letter Signed, in pencil, 2 separate pages, 8vo, Eaglebridge, Oct. 18, n.y.
Price: $2,500.00
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To Mr. Durand. "After you left me this morning it occurred to me that possibly in your next number you would give a few words on the Exhibition here - In this case you might say that it contained nothing from my pencil, & that I preferred to send a portrait, my last work in my 80th Year, to the New York Academy. If amiss - excuse me. / Which I have done - That of a Young Man." Nicely signed, Rembrandt Peale.

PEALE, REMBRANDT. (1778-1860) American Neoclassical painter, the second son of Charles Wilson Peale, Peale is best known for his portraits of such prominent Americans as George Washington and Thomas Jefferson.
Autograph Letter Signed, 8vo, n.p., May 15, 1857.
Price: $2,200.00
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Each artist sketches his most recognizable cartoon. Included is Roger Rabbit by Steve Hickner, the little red bearded Viking by Chris Browne, Marmaduke by Brad Anderson, a caveman by B.C. creator Johnny Hart, Dennis the Menace by Hank Ketchum, Snoopy by Charles Schulz, and Gumby by Art Clokey. Each artist boldly signs his name beside his sketch. A wonderful piece for any cartoon enthusiast.

CARTOONISTS. Brad Anderson (b.1924), Chris Browne (b1952), Art Clokey (1921-2010). Johnny Hart (1931-2007), Steve Hickner, Hank Ketchum (1921-2001), Charles Schulz (1922-2000).
Signed Original Cartoon Sketches by various artists on one 4to white board.
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ARP, HANS [JEAN] . (1886-1966) German-French sculptor, painter, poet and abstract artist in other media such as torn and pasted paper; founder of Dada in Zurich and part of both the Surrealist and Constructivist movements
Autograph Letter Signed, in German, 4to on lined white paper, n.p., September 24, 1957.
Price: $2,000.00
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To Italian explorer Count Paolo Andreani, whose travels in 1790 along the Hudson and Mohawk Rivers provided a journal of extreme interest in post-Revolutionary America. I had the pleasure of receiving your Letter, by the Servant whom you sentand have done my utmost to obey your Commands. The Barometer was sent to the German the day you left Philadelphia, and I often called upon him to urge its completion, but the poor man remains so extremely ill that I am afraid he is going to take a longerthan you areI have not been able to get it quite finished, but as you told me you could manage to fill it yourself I am in hopes it will answer. The Tubes that I tookwere much too largethe others would not go through the Ivory screw, etc. Thornton continues, I wish the Execution may please you though I do not think it lies so safely as if it went closer into the GrooveThere is nothing to pay for it, and I only lament that it was not in my power to get it complete...Miss Brodeau [Thorntons future wife] returns her best compliments to you, and wishes, with your Friend that you may have an agreeable journey. In a lengthy postscript, My compliments to Mr. Madison and Mr. Trumbul. Signed, William Thornton.

THORNTON, WILLIAM . (1759-1828). Early American inventor, painter and architect who designed the United States Capitol building. He also served as the first Architect of the Capitol and first Superintendent of the United States Patent Office, which he saved from British destruction during the War of 1812.
Superb Autograph Letter Signed, 2 pp, 4to, with integral address leaf with an attractive red wax seal, Philadelphia, August 7, 1790.
Price: $1,850.00
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To G.W. Williamson. In calling at Fuller I found you had left the City. Mr. Dyer the auctioneer...will be kind enough to send me some such order to Mr. D that he might be able to closewith the Marshall. I believe that I had mentioned to you that we had purchased itThe proceeds of which we were to lay out in white washing the room. They have been charged to me, Will you accept them. Tho that can be arranged hereafter between us. We shall proceed immediately to make the necessary repairs and hope to occupy the house. Signed, Yours respectfully, Robt Mills. In a postscript he adds, Mr. Edward Dyer will charge the amt of Mr Mills bill to sales as he has arranged it with me.

MILLS, ROBERT . (1781-1855). American professional architect, sometimes called the first native born architect. Mills studied in Charleston, South Carolina, as a student of Irish-born architect James Hoban. In 1836 he won the competition for the design of the Washington Monument, his best known work. He also designed the Department of Treasury building.
Autograph Letter Signed, one folio page, Washington, July 21, 1834 and a postscript, Baltimore, July 22, 1834.
Price: $1,600.00
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CHAGALL, MARC . (1887-1985). Jewish Belarusian painter. Among the most celebrated painters of the 20th century, he is often associated with the Surrealist movement.
Two Checks Signed, oblong 8vo, endorsed March 28 (sold) and April 3, 1967.
Price: $1,500.00
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PICART, ETIENNE. (1632-1721). French engraver and print publisher. He was the son of Bernard Picart, a Paris bookseller, and trained as engraver with François de Poilly I. Picart made engravings after Reni, Domenichino, Tintoretto and Francesco Albani.
Rare Autograph Document Signed, in French, 4to, n.p., June 29, 1668.
Price: $1,450.00
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A magnificent original cabinet photograph by the noted photographer, Charles Reutlinger, showing Dore staring to the right. His hair is slightly long with a bushy moustache. Signed on the image, "G. Dore".

DORE, GUSTAVE. (1832-1883) French artist, engraver, and illustrator. He worked primarily with wood engraving and steel engraving.
Original Cabinet Photograph Signed, 8vo n.p., n.d.
Price: $1,450.00
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This is a beautifully handwritten letter to Mr. Austin. In this letter he refers to a forthcoming trip to South America. Two years after this letter, he produced his painting "Heart of the Andes" (1859), now in the Metropolitan Museum, New York City. He explains how he "attended to" his correspondent's "curiosities". "I had to pack them myself, as nobody else would have done it properly. I found most of the Alcohol evaporated from the jars which I replaced. I secured the stoppers and packed all in a box. I have my doubts about the Eel...I will find some place to store all of your trays safely...Shumway...has taken a new studio...and is doing very well...I am nearly dead with the great amount of work which I have had to do lately...Please tell Judge Skinner that I intend to undertake his pictures simultaneously after my return from South America...." Signed, "F.E. Church."

CHURCH, FREDERICK E. (1826-1900) American painter, a student of Thomas Cole. He became known for his landscapes, especially of scenes of grandeur, rendered with striking effects of light. Church is associated with the Hudson River school, which specialized in romantic landscapes of the Hudson River Valley. He is also known for his landscapes from South America, Europe, and the Middle East.
Autograph Letter Signed, 8vo, 3pp, Hartford, Conn., April 27, 1857.
Price: $1,250.00
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BELLOWS, GEORGE. (1882-1925). American painter and lithographer. Bellows belongs to the second generation of Social Realist painters, now known as the Ash Can school and was part of the famed Armory show.
Superb Autograph Letter Signed, on "146 East Nineteenth Street" stationery, 8vo, New York, n.d.
Price: $1,200.00
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To Ann Traubel, close friend and wife of intellectual companion Horace Traubel (1858-1919). Horace turned out a biography on Walt Whitman, one of the transcendalist writers with whom Hartley was so enraptured. "Dear Anne Traubel, I am sending you with these the extra plate out of the El Greco book which we got . I have . lately arrived at the office . I reach here feeling so well and happy - you are health and joy to the tired body and peace to the soul - one grows and blooms in the presence of you - one feels like something big & beautiful when you are around - it is too soon to see the real meaning of this visit to Phila. But I know it is big ." Horace and Anne Traubel's daughter, Gertrude, was a contralto singer in Philadelphia who edited her father's work posthumously. " - and I know it would be because I have waited so long, so fine a 'hearsay' for so long . I shall be writing you from the wilds . and it will be good to hear you speak soft . God bless you. God bless Gertrude." Signed, Marsden Hartley."

HARTLEY, MARSDEN. (1877-1943). American painter, critic, and poet. Known for involvement with the Stieglitz circle, and his homosexual symbolism.
A.L.S., 4to, n.p., n.d.
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This is a sepia toned portrait photograph of Pissarro, a head and shoulders side view, taken in 1902 showing the artist with long beard. The photograph is attached to its original matte. Other writing also shows on the matte in another hand. Attached on verso is a typewritten caption in French indicating the photograph was exhibited at the Salon du Paris 1859 to 1870. Pissarro's son, Georges Henri Manzana Pissarro (1871 - 1961) also an artist, inscribed, signed and dated his inscription, "Monsieur Albert Martin Manzana Pissarro, Paris, May 1922."

PISSARRO, CAMILLE. (1830-1903) French Impressionist painter. His importance resides not only in his visual contributions to Impressionism and Post-Impressionism, but also in his patriarchal standing among his colleagues, particularly Paul Cézanne.
Exceptional Photograph, folio, caption and inscription in French, by A. Melbye & Corot, Paris, May, 1902.
Price: $1,200.00
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