Three ALSs, two signed “Maurice,” and one signed “Maurice Chevalier,” one page each, 8.5 x 10.75, Parisian letterhead, dated from June of 1960–September of 1960. In letters addressed to famed boxer Gene Tunney, Chevalier writes, in part: “You are one of my heroes for what you have made of yourself. In fact—men of your caliber should be given in example constantly to show that—when they have what it takes—men can reach anywhere from anywhere—You are a Prince.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, surface creasing and toning, three binder holes along the right edge of each letter, and one letter stapled to an unsigned TLS from Tunney. Accompanied by two unsigned carbon TLSs from Tunney. RRAuction COA.
