[Incomplete] illustrated letter from William Orpen to Grace Orpen with news of his painting at Sandbeck Park, Rotherham
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Description
Handwritten letter on headed paper, addressed from Sandbeck Park, Rotherham, in which Orpen relates his progress on a portrait of Lady S., as well as noting a meeting with her daughter who walked in during her mother's sitting 'looking splendid.' Orpen includes a pen sketch of this young woman, and describes her outfit. He also mentions that he is about to begin reading 'Man and Superman' by George Bernard Shaw.
Creator
Orpen, Sir William, 1878-1931
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| Title | [Incomplete] illustrated letter from William Orpen to Grace Orpen with news of his painting at Sandbeck Park, Rotherham |
|---|---|
| Creator | Orpen, Sir William, 1878-1931 |
| Date | [1901-1929] |
| Type | Component |
| Ref | IE NGI/IA/ORP1/5/1/1/7/7/188 |
| Level | Item |
| Condition | Good |
| Language | English |
| Extent | 2pp |
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