Sculptor noted for his monumental works, particularly the busts of four U.S. Presidents on Mount Rushmore. TLS signed “Gutzon,” one page, 8.5 x 11, Mount Rushmore National Memorial Society letterhead, February 16, 1939. Letter to John Martin in Washington, D. C. In part, “I was very much gratified to receive two copies of the Congressional Record of February 6th and more gratified by what you said. I wish the whole Congress could see what is going on here and of course most of them will, sooner or later. You ask about Teddy. He is progressing splendidly. There will be no better head on the mountain than his, but you are right in saying he is traveling in fast company.” In fine condition, with two horizontal mailing folds, punch holes to left edge and a small tear to top edge. COA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.
