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Lot #969
Irving Berlin

“I demonstrate that as a painter—I don’t know what the hell I’m doing”

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“I demonstrate that as a painter—I don’t know what the hell I’m doing”

TLS signed “Irving,” one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, April 2, 1976. Letter to playwright and lyricist Leonard Gershe. In part: “Here is your painting and a reproduction of it. Also, two reproductions of other paintings I did. ‘Heaven—I’m in heaven,’ I sent to Fred Astaire. I can’t really explain how I happened to paint that rather attractive head of an Arab. I guess it’s just another instance where I demonstrate that as a painter—I don’t know what the hell I’m doing.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original envelope. A great association between the composer and lyricist. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Rare Manuscript, Document & Autograph
  • Dates: #404 - Ended March 13, 2013





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