Three items: two ALSs, one signed “W. S. Maugham,” and one signed “Willie,” each one page, 5.25 x 8.25 and 5.25 x 7, no dates but one letter is postmarked March 2, 1929. The first letter concerns hospital arrangements for a sickly friend. The second, in full: “I was shocked & deeply distressed to hear that Kate Mary had died. I dined with her only a few days ago & she was in high spirits. I had no idea that she was so ill. I can only hope now that she died without pain.” Third is an ink signature, “W. Somerset Maugham, San Francisco, 16.1.41,” on an off-white 6 x 8 sheet. In overall fine condition, with two vertical folds and trivial toning to signature, and a spot of soiling to one letter. Accompanied by an original mailing envelope, addressed in Maugham’s own hand. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.
This item is Pre-Certified by PSA/DNA
Buy a third-party letter of authenticity for
$50.00
*This item has been pre-certified by a trusted third-party authentication service, and by placing a bid on this item, you agree to accept the opinion of this authentication service. If you wish to have an opinion rendered by a different authenticator of your choosing, you must do so prior to your placing of any bid. RR Auction is not responsible for differing opinions submitted 30 days after the date of the sale.
We use cookies on this site to improve your experience. By using this site, you accept our use of cookies. To learn more, please see our Privacy Policy.
