American inventor and entrepreneur (1854–1932), founder of the Eastman Kodak company, whose invention of roll film revolutionized photography and helped make the once-specialized art and craft a popular pastime. TLS signed “Geo. Eastman,” one page trimmed at the bottom edge to an overall size of 8.5 x 7.25, Eastman Kodak Company letterhead, January 15, 1913. Eastman writes to the Motion Picture Patents Company in New York City. In full: “We hereby acknowledge receipt of your two letters dated January 15th….” Trimming as noted, intersecting mailing folds (lightly touching signature), light wrinkling, and very subtle brush to last name, otherwise fine condition. R&R COA.
