Scottish portrait painter and draftsman (1785–1841) known for his anecdotal style. ALS, one page, 4.5 x 6.75, January 13, 1837. Letter to artist Samuel Cousins, in part: “Mr. Moon has not got with him either of the coloured proofs, but says they will be with your printer. If so will you be pleased to remind him to send me one to look at in a portfolio, flat, that I may judge of its capabilities.” Framed and matted to show the reverse of the second integral page, addressed in Wilkie’s own hand, an engraving of Wilkie, and a Royal Academy of London access card, signed in black ink, “D. Wilkie.” In very good condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.
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