English poet, author and soldier (1886–1967). Decorated for bravery on the Western Front, he became one of the leading poets of the First World War. AQS on a 4.5 x 3.5 off-white sheet. Sassoon writes, in full: “For Dick Thutermyer from Siegfried Sassoon, May 27th, 1921. ‘Be good sweet child and don’t forget your functions.’” In fine condition, with a rough bottom edge and some scattered light toning. Uncommon in any form, particularly in handwritten quotes. RRAuction COA.
