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Lot #562
Jean-Paul Sartre

“I kiss you”—the French philosopher to one of his many mistresses

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“I kiss you”—the French philosopher to one of his many mistresses

Scarce ANS in French, signed “J. P. Sartre,” one page, 8.25 x 10.5, no date. A note dashed off to his lover, Michelle Vian. In full (translated): “Here it is my love. Bon voyage to Carol [sic]. I kiss you.” In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds. Accompanied by the original transmittal envelope, simply addressed in Sartre’s hand, “Michelle.” Born in 1948, Carole was the daughter of Michelle and her husband Boris Vian; Sartre and Michelle Vian began their relationship in 1949, and would eventually destroy Vian’s marriage. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Fine Autographs And Artifacts
  • Dates: #471 - Ended March 09, 2016





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