Illustrated letter from William Orpen to Grace Orpen concerning his stay in Paultons, Romsey, Hampshire and his painting progress
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Description
Handwritten letter on headed paper, addressed from Paultons, Romsey, Hampshire, in which Orpen briefly updates Grace on his stay with the family, a member of which he is currently painting. He writes of visiting a variety of strange animals with the man of the house. Letter includes a pen sketch of the family matriarch, entitled as The Countess Cairns.
Creator
Orpen, Sir William, 1878-1931
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| Title | Illustrated letter from William Orpen to Grace Orpen concerning his stay in Paultons, Romsey, Hampshire and his painting progress |
|---|---|
| Creator | Orpen, Sir William, 1878-1931 |
| Date | 14 December 1904 |
| Type | Component |
| Ref | IE NGI/IA/ORP1/5/1/1/7/7/203 |
| Level | Item |
| Condition | Good |
| Language | English |
| Extent | 2pp |
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