Companion of writer Gertrude Stein (1877–1967) who wrote about their life together in What Is Remembered. ALS signed “Alice,” one page, 5.25 x 8.25, May 4, 1956. Letter to Saul Mauraker sending thanks for a Christmas card. In part: “You send me such a pretty amusing holiday one—you make me feel ashamed. Will you forgive me a little and however late (for Christmas) accept many thanks. The winter was long and unbearably cold and though my health was good I was fast going on 79 years old…A month’s sun would cheer us all up…Miss Merin’s going to the hospital—even if for only a week was a shock.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope addressed in Toklas’s hand. RR Auction COA.
