Illustrator. He became famous for his technically skilled illustrations, book covers, murals, and best-selling color prints; and his highly romanticized style was evident in such works as Ecstasy, Daybreak (1920), and Stars (1926).TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, Windsor: Vermont letterhead, March 10, 1910. In part: “This is merely a suggestion, nothing more. Brinton is to write an article on me or on what I do…I am at work on decorations for the new Curtis Building in Philadelphia. Why could you not use some of these panels to illustrate the article…? The panels are very narrow affairs, and two could go upright on one of your pages easily. Beck, the engraver will be in the same building with them…suitable for lady or gentlemen of refinement, and could be hung in any Christian American home. I offer it merely as a suggestion. I have finished. Allah be with you.” Letter folds, with a vertical fold touching first stroke of signature, a few small separations to top border, otherwise fine condition. COA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.
