German artist (1891–1969) best known for his Expressionist depictions of Weimar society and the brutality of war. ALS in German, one page both sides, 7.5 x 7, December 24, 1948. Letter to an unidentified admirer. In part (translated): “Your kind letter gave me a Christmas present…in February 1949 a larger exhibition of my paintings is opened in Hamburg Commeter, 21 pictures, 27 Lithos, & 20 pastel drawings. I hope to be able to give thereby a further insight into my work in recent years […] My greatest war picture is unfortunately disappeared, probably destroyed by the Nazis.” In fine condition, with a central vertical fold, horizontal fold near bottom, and a uniform shade of toning. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RRAuction COA.
This item is Pre-Certified by PSA/DNA
Buy a third-party letter of authenticity for
$50.00
*This item has been pre-certified by a trusted third-party authentication service, and by placing a bid on this item, you agree to accept the opinion of this authentication service. If you wish to have an opinion rendered by a different authenticator of your choosing, you must do so prior to your placing of any bid. RR Auction is not responsible for differing opinions submitted 30 days after the date of the sale.
