ALS signed 'J. R. Lowell,' one page both sides, 4.5 x 7, August 25, 1857. Letter to Mr. Black recommending a friend. In part, 'Mr. Cranch will give you Mr. Greenough's present address. Those stories captions are the pleasantist in Rome, where one sees the best society...Do not fail to find him. He is an English gentleman who has lived twenty years in Italy and whose advice will be of great value to you. You will find his family very agreeable.' In fine condition, with even overall toning, some light spotting and some separation to integral unused second page. RRAuction COA.
