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Lot #671
Henry Miller

“I have not done any more etching but be sure that when I do I will return the plates to you for printing”

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“I have not done any more etching but be sure that when I do I will return the plates to you for printing”

ALS, one page, 8.5 x 11, personal letterhead, February 18, 1964. Letter to German art dealer and gallery owner Rudolf Springer. In part: “I have not done any more etching but be sure that when I do I will return the plates to you for printing. I did not put the year (1962) after my signature. Only on the ones I kept. I hope you have luck selling them”; and a booklet containing Miller’s review of Quest by George Dibbern, 6.25 x 9.5, six pages, signed at the top in fountain pen, “Greetings! Are you still alive? Henry Miller.” Letter in fine to very fine condition; booklet has horizontal folds, partial separation at spine, and blocks of toning, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope for the letter, addressed in Miller’s hand. RR Auction COA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Rare Manuscript, Document & Autograph
  • Dates: #426 - Ended April 16, 2014