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Ilya Repin

Ilya Repin

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Ilya Repin

Russian painter (1844–1930) of the Peredvizhniki artistic school, known for his realistic, psychologically intense works. Rare ALS in Russian, one page, lightly-lined, 8.75 x 11, no date. Untranslated letter to a friend regarding his having heard works of Beethoven, his daughter Ver, and his works recently on display, including ‘Golgotha’ and a nude. Reverse bears a letter in an unknown hand. In very good condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds, overall toning, a few tape-repaired edge tears, and a couple pencil notations. RR Auction COA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Rare Manuscript, Document & Autograph
  • Dates: #402 - Ended February 13, 2013