Letter from William Orpen to Grace Knewstub inviting her for a game of badminton
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Description
Handwritten letter in which Orpen suggests that a game of badminton would be good for her health, and that she should join himself and a friend for a game in the following days. He also mentions that he has been working at 'Swintons'. He concludes with a reference to their impending marriage, writing that he will 'manage marriage laws and rights etc', and that they will be 'off to fresh air and happiness.'
Creator
Orpen, Sir William, 1878-1931
Related topics
| Title | Letter from William Orpen to Grace Knewstub inviting her for a game of badminton |
|---|---|
| Creator | Orpen, Sir William, 1878-1931 |
| Date | [c.1900] |
| Type | Component |
| Ref | IE NGI/IA/ORP1/5/1/1/7/1/7 |
| Level | Item |
| Condition | Good |
| Language | English |
| Extent | 1p |
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Irish Art ArchiveWilliam Orpen (1878-1931)The William and Grace Orpen CollectionOrpen Family CorrespondenceLetters to Grace Orpen (née Knewstub)Letters from William Orpen to Grace Orpen (née Knewstub)Early Courtship CorrespondenceLetter from William Orpen to Grace Knewstub inviting her for a game of badminton
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