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ALS, one page, 4.5 x 7, June 2, 1843. Letter to poet Robert Hughman. In full: “I am much satisfied by and am much indebted to you for the dedication of your poem; which I am going to read luxuriously this very afternoon.” Double-cloth-matted and framed with a portrait of Dickens at his desk to an overall size of 21 x 17. Intersecting folds, several lightly passing through the signature, and some scattered light toning, otherwise fine condition. Hughman dedicated his 1843 poem, ‘The Foil,’ to Dickens, writing, ‘To Charles Dickens, Esq., in admiration of his genius, and respect for his courtesy, this poem is inscribed by his obliged servant, The Author.’ Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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