French journalist, caricaturist and photographer (1828-1906). He is best known for his numerous portraits and caricatures of political, literary, and artistic Parisian figures. ALS in French, two pages, 4.5 x 7, September 27, 1885. Letter of introduction for a shy young artist. In part (translated): “There is in the world of arts a brave and dignified young man whom you know (who loves you, a charming poet doubling as a gifted comedian) who finds himself, in spite of his many talents, in a most painful situation, forced, in order to meet the needs of his family to act for close to nothing at the Bouffes du Nord. This rare bird whose name is Lucien Roulland (Valu on the stage) suffers from an incurable moral disease that has caused the greatest harm to his career: I am talking about chronic shyness.” In fine condition, with a couple small pencil notations. RRAuction COA.
