British caricaturist and illustrator (1792–1878) best known for his works satirizing contemporary politics and his illustrations for the works of Charles Dickens. ALS signed “Geo. Cruikshank,” four pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 7, October 15, 1863. Letter to George Mills. In part: “We quite enjoy my picture of the ‘Worship of Bacchus’…what with ‘Saying the Ghosts’ and working on the ‘large plate of Mr. Bacchus,’ I really have not had an hour to call my own….As for my engagements I am preparing another Vo. of the ‘Fairy Library,’ ‘Puss in Boots’…and am also in the middle of my big plate.” Light irregular toning and mounting remnants to one page, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope addressed in Cruikshank’s own hand, and also signed in the lower left, “Geo. Cruikshank.” Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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