Esteemed American painter (1917–2009) best known for his distinctively realist scenes of New England and his native Pennsylvania. He attracted worldwide attention in 1986 with the revelation of his “Helga” series, executed over the period of more than a decade and hitherto unknown. The furor surrounding the paintings was such that, in a rare occurrence for the art world, the story made the cover of Time and Newsweek magazines in the same week. Scarce ALS, one page, 7.25 x 10.5, The Mill letterhead, May 4, 1989. Letter to Dr. Robinson sending thanks for a sent catalog. In full: “How nice of you to send me this fine catalogue of Philadelphia’s College of Physicians. Some of these portraits are very fine indeed and I am delighted to have this copy for my library.” Affixed by the reverse of its top edge to a larger off-white card and matted to an overall size of 9.75 x 13. In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope addressed in Wyeth’s hand. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RRAuction COA.
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