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Lot #482
Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr. (2) Autograph Letters Signed

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Description

Two ALSs, both signed "O. W. Holmes," one page, 4.5 x 7, dated at Boston in 1864 and 1893. The Civil War-dated letter, April 29, 1864, in full: "I will send you two or three volumes with autographs for the N. Iowa Sanitary Fair with much pleasure"; and the second, March 29, 1893, in full: "It is with much pleasure that I accept the title of Honorary Member of the Theatre of Arts and Letters which has been conferred upon me." In overall fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned engraved portrait.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Fine Autograph and Artifacts Featuring Revolutionary War
  • Dates: #670 - Ended July 12, 2023