Irish writer (1854–1900) and leader of the Aesthetic Movement, known for such works as The Picture of Dorian Gray, The Importance of Being Earnest, and The Happy Prince. ALS, three pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 7, Lyric Club letterhead, no date. Letter to “My dear Jalard.” In full: “Mind you send me two stalls for your first night—I want to see Frank’s debut—and I feel sure he will make a mark, though to a certain degree I regret his choice of an opening play. However, his other plays will no doubt follow in due course.” In very good condition, with scattered toning and dampstaining, not affecting legibility of text and light surface loss along left edge of first page. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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