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George Eastman

“It is extremely unlikely that I shall be able to get to see the bust of Mr. Edison”

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“It is extremely unlikely that I shall be able to get to see the bust of Mr. Edison”

American inventor and entrepreneur (1854–1932), founder of the Eastman Kodak company, whose invention of roll film revolutionized photography and helped make the once-specialized art and craft a popular pastime. TLS signed “Geo. Eastman,” one page, 7.5 x 9, Office of George Eastman letterhead, May 11, 1931. Letter to Walter Russell in New York. In part: “I have been practically confined to the house for the past year, during which period the only visit I have made to New York was when the Society of the Genese gave me a dinner; so it is extremely unlikely that I shall be able to get to see the bust of Mr. Edison, which I regret very much.” Matted and framed with a portrait of Eastman and a small name plaque, to an overall size of 18.5 x 14.5. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, two affecting signature, a light shade of toning, some soiling to top edge, and a few wrinkles. RRAuction COA.

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  • Dates: #353 - Ended January 23, 2010