Collection of four autograph notes by Jacqueline Kennedy as first lady, each one page, 5 x 8, White House letterhead, no dates. Two are signed with her initials, "JBK," with one reading, "Dear Mr. Nelson, I return these as not needed—Thank you," and the other, "Not needed." The others are unsigned and concern decor, with one reading, "Quality—heaviness of silk for tufted sofa & 2 bergeres—to be done in strie silk or damask—in mustard yellow color," and the other, "For Louis XVI side chairs either 2 or 4 I forget which—also a silk to cover sofa must be found in this color—send sample." In very good to fine condition, with overall creasing to two of the sheets. As first lady, Jacqueline Kennedy's major project was the restoration of the White House to reflect its historic past and the promotion of its importance to the American public. Between her elegant personal sense of style and a commitment to historical accuracy, she found success in her mission to redecorate America's most famous residence; these notes lend some insight into her process, which was both thoughtful and intense. Kennedy revealed her restored White House to the world in a famous February 1962 hour-long CBS special in which she gave a guided tour, explaining the various rooms and historical value of the pieces within. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.
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