ALS in French, two pages on two adjoining sheets, 5.25 x 8, Giverny par Vernon Eure letterhead, August 30, 1909. Letter to a gentleman, in part (translated): “A few words to thank you for your gift. What delicious grapes, and what a nice thought. Also, [I want] to let you know that I am working for you. I had to make a test on parchment before I dared put the smallest stroke of paint on such a pure binding. I was quite afraid of my clumsiness in such a small format, and feared the effects of oil paint. But in any case the test is done and I can now work properly on the book [and when it is dry] you will finally receive it.” In very good condition, with small repairs and light toning along intersecting folds. Monet had held a successful exhibition of his famous ‘Water Lilies’ at the Durand-Ruel Gallery in Paris during the previous spring and summer, and by this time had apparently turned his attention to the art of fine bookbinding. A superb letter demonstrating the Impressionist’s careful attention to craftsmanship. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.
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