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Lot #609
Maxfield Parrish

Parrish as starving artist: “My funds aregetting low and [the check] would come in handy”

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Parrish as starving artist: “My funds aregetting low and [the check] would come in handy”

ALS, one page, 7.75 x 10, October 1, 1901. A note in Parrish’s distinctive hand to his publisher, R. H. Russell. In full: “Could I have the ‘Once upon a Time’ check now: my funds are getting low and it would come in handy.” In fine condition, with usual folds, a touch of scattered soiling, and secretarial ink stamp and pencil notations, including a pencil mark through text. R&R COA. Featured collection item.

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