Bengali poet, playwright, philosopher, and author (1861–1941) who became the first non-European to win a Nobel Prize (Literature) in 1913. LS in English, one page, 5.5 x 8.75, March 2, 1927. In part: “I have badly hurt my finger which presents me from writing to you in my own handwriting, or making an attempt at composing some lines for the paper you mention in your letter. However, you are at liberty to make a selection for this purpose from the copy of ‘Fireflies’ that I have sent to you a few weeks ago.” Also includes a 1924 letter from his son, Rathindranath, on Visva-Bharati letterhead, in part: “I am sending you a few photos which I had taken on the occasion of your departure from our asram.” The letters are affixed to opposing sides of a black folder. In fine condition, with creases and small tears to top edge and some show-through from small pieces of tape to reverse. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.
This item is Pre-Certified by PSA/DNA
Buy a third-party letter of authenticity for
$100.00
*This item has been pre-certified by a trusted third-party authentication service, and by placing a bid on this item, you agree to accept the opinion of this authentication service. If you wish to have an opinion rendered by a different authenticator of your choosing, you must do so prior to your placing of any bid. RR Auction is not responsible for differing opinions submitted 30 days after the date of the sale.
