English painter and sculptor (1830-1896) associated with the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood. Two letters by Leighton: an ALS signed "Always yours in art, Fred. Leighton," three pages on two adjoining sheets, personal letterhead, 4.5 x 7, no date, to pianist and composer Charles Halle, in part: "May I hope that you will cement the kindness of coming years & play at my studio again this year also? I have had a talk with Joachim whose time during his too short stay is already almost filled up, and he finds that he has the 25th (afternoon)…free. I so trust it may chance that you too are free on that day"; and an ALS signed "Fred. Leighton," one page both sides, 4.5 x 7, April 22, [no year], regarding upcoming plans with "diplomatic guests." In overall fine condition.
