Author of The Autocrat of the Breakfast Table and the poems Old Ironsides and The Chambered Nautilus, among others. ALS signed “O. W. Holmes,” one page, 4 x 6.25, personal letterhead, January 13. Letter to an unidentified gentlemen. In part, “I am much obliged to you for your interesting note and references, which I hope I have the opportunity to look up when the press gives me a little respite.” Letter is affixed to a slightly larger sheet. In fine condition, with expected folds and a bit of corner wrinkling from adhesive. R&R COA.
