Letter from William Orpen to Grace Orpen detailing his war experiences and a visit to a prison camp
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Description
Handwritten letter in which Orpen details the poor weather conditions, and describes drawing two German prisoners of war at a prison camp he has visited. He also refers to a colleague he names as 'little Testius', and claims 'he is growing fat doing nothing.' He concludes by noting that he has received a letter from his father, who has given him news of 'Richard.'
Creator
Orpen, Sir William, 1878-1931
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| Title | Letter from William Orpen to Grace Orpen detailing his war experiences and a visit to a prison camp |
|---|---|
| Creator | Orpen, Sir William, 1878-1931 |
| Date | 19 April 1917 |
| Type | Component |
| Ref | IE NGI/IA/ORP1/5/1/1/7/6/9 |
| Level | Item |
| Condition | Good |
| Language | English |
| Extent | 2pp |
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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)First World War CorrespondenceLetter from William Orpen to Grace Orpen detailing his war experiences and a visit to a prison camp
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