Illustrated letter from William Orpen to Grace Orpen from aboard the Royal Mail Steamer 'Leinster' travelling to Howth
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Description
Handwritten letter on headed paper, addressed from the City of Dublin Steam Packet Company, in which Orpen relates that he and his brother are in sight of Ireland, and that the crossing has been very rough. Letter concludes with a pen sketch of Orpen and his brother aboard the 'Leinster' steamer, and is captioned with the line 'Howth once more in sight.'
Creator
Orpen, Sir William, 1878-1931
Related topics
| Title | Illustrated letter from William Orpen to Grace Orpen from aboard the Royal Mail Steamer 'Leinster' travelling to Howth |
|---|---|
| Creator | Orpen, Sir William, 1878-1931 |
| Date | [1901-1929] |
| Type | Component |
| Ref | IE NGI/IA/ORP1/5/1/1/7/7/134 |
| Level | Item |
| Condition | Good |
| Language | English |
| Extent | 1p |
Archive view
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