French painter and military artist (1848–1912). ALS in French, two pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 7, April 21, 1888. In part (translated): “How good, how kind you were to me when you saw the minister these last days and I am profoundly grateful to you for having spoken to him about my painting and about the desire I had to see it acquired by the state under any circumstance…I will give it for the price they are willing to pay.” In fine condition. An intriguing and boldly penned letter closely associated with his work—Detaille was regarded as the ‘semi-official artist of the French army.’ RR Auction COA.
