Sale 20FL02 | Lot 180

STEVENSON, ROBERT LOUIS Autograph letter signed to "Janey".

Catalogue: Fine Literature
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STEVENSON, ROBERT LOUIS Autograph letter signed to "Janey".

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Lot 180
STEVENSON, ROBERT LOUIS Autograph letter signed to "Janey".
"Skerryvore," Bournemouth, circa 16th March, 1887. Single closely-written page in black ink on a folded sheet of laid paper, page size 8 x 6 3/8 inches (20.25 x 16 cm), approximately 15 lines. Usual folds.
A characteristically charming Stevenson letter: "Dear Janey, which seems a formidable address from one who is practically a stranger--do you know anything of a decent & strong girl, not too old to learn, not too gay to live in a very quiet house, and reasonably anxious to please..." He goes on to describe the reasons for the request, and ends with the felicitation "your affectionate cousin."


C The Library of Duncan Cranford

Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500
Sold for $1,250 (includes buyer's premium)

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Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500
Sold for $1,250 (includes buyer's premium)
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Fine Literature

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