German artist (1893-1959) who often found himself in trouble with various authorities for his unsparingly satirical depictions of German society. Desirable pairing: a matte-finish 3.25 x 4.5 head-and-shoulders portrait of the artist, signed and inscribed in purple ink, "To Mr. & Mrs. Ken Browne, George Grosz"; and an ALS in purple ink, artistically signed in red, "George Grosz," one page, 8.25 x 11.5, personal letterhead, January 14, 1958, in part: "Thank you & Mrs. Browne very much for your fine letter and your appreciation of my work." In overall very good to fine condition, with creasing and short edge tears to the letter, and light mottled toning to the photo. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in Grosz's hand.
