AQS on a 5.25 x 4 off white slip, dated December 20, 1889. Stowe writes, in full, 'What a moment life seems in the presence of the noble dead! What a momentary thing is art, in all it's beauty! Page 217.' Matted and framed with a small portrait of Stowe, to an overall size of 14.5 x 11. In fine condition, with scattered toning to slip. RRAuction COA.