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Lot #653
Claude Monet

Monet makes plans to attend a Legion of Honor nomination

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Monet makes plans to attend a Legion of Honor nomination

Highly influential French painter (1840–1926) who was among the leading figures of the impressionist movement, which took its name from the title of one of Monet’s works. ALS in French, one page, 4.5 x 7, January 26, 1890. Letter to a gentleman. In full (translated): “I am very happy to join Maurice Boucher’s friends to celebrate his nomination of chevalier [ Knight] of the Legion of Honor. I am therefore sending you my adhesion [membership]. Please accept my best compliments.” A central horizontal fold, scattered light soiling, and a pencil notation to bottom edge, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.

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  • Dates: #387 - Ended May 16, 2012





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