British author and art critic (1809–1893) whose husband, Sir Charles Eastlake, was director of the National Gallery. ALS signed “Eliz. Eastlake,” four pages on two adjoining sheets, 4 x 6, July 29, 1865. Letter to a lady. In part: “Non possumus!…Sir Chas. is too unwell to drive anywhere and I must drive Dr. Winkle down on Tuesday…We start for the Continent on Friday—Thus I cannot even propose to you the unworthy alternative of myself alone…Sir Chas will not be well or happy until we are over the Alps.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.
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