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Important French painter and sculptor (1834–1917), one of the seminal figures of Impressionism, best known for his images of dancers. ALS in French, signed 'Degas,' one page, 4.75 x 7.5, no date. Letter to an unidentified woman. After accepting an invitation, Degas writes, 'The casting at which you were present the other day was successful, apart from a few easily repairable tears.' A central horizontal and vertical fold, a couple of slight brushes to text, and some light mirroring of ink from folding, otherwise clean, fine condition.
The mention of a 'casting' is likely a reference to a work in progress, possibly a sculpture...a domain in which Degas regularly explored for new means of expression and technique. When it came to his sculptures, Degas earned a reputation as an 'inspired amateur' with little concern for the established techniques of other 'professionals.’ His improvisations and daring experiments often resulted in astounding originality. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RRAuction COA.
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