French essayist and novelist (1895–1972) considered one of the leading French dramatists of the twentieth century. Vintage matte-finish 7.75 x 11 photo by G.L. Manuel Freres, affixed to its original 8.5 x 12 mount, boldly signed in red artist’s pencil, and inscribed in fountain pen on the mount to the University of Washington in another hand. Matted and framed to an overall size of 16.75 x 20.75. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.