Irish writer and leader of the Aesthetic Movement, author of The Picture of Dorian Gray, The Importance of Being Earnest, The Happy Prince, etc., whose career and health were shattered by his imprisonment on charges of sodomy. Fountain pen signature, “Oscar Wilde,” on an off-white card. Quadruple matted and framed with three original sepia photos of Wilde posing in a cape and hat, to an overall size of 29 x 23.5. This series of three photos were taken during Wilde’s trip to New York, with these photos nubered 26, 27 and 28. It is believed there was only a total 30 photos taken during this photo session, with these three possibly being the last in private hands. In fine condition, with a touch of light overall toning. COA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA. Oversized.
