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Edgar Degas Autograph Sold at Nate D. Sanders

Parisian Edgar Degas is perhaps best-known for his paintings and sculptures of dancers during the 1800s and early 1900s. Many consider him to be one of the originators of Impressionism, however Degas shunned that term and referred to himself as a realist. Some of his most famous works include “The Absinthe Drinker”, “The Bellelli Family” and “The Dancer Class”.

We sold an Edgar Degas autograph at auction for $2,017. Please see lot details below.

Rare Handwritten Signed Letter By French Impressionist “Painter of Dancers” Edgar Degas

Extremely influential French Impressionist artist Edgar Degas autograph letter signed. The eccentric “Painter of Dancers” writes an intriguing message in French to an unnamed woman. The content translates, “Dear Madame, I think of a thing for tomorrow. Our young man is giving a concert this Sunday. You won’t find him in the morning. Are you still opposed? Respond to me. / Your servant / Degas / Saturday morning”. “Our young man” could refer to a friend or a son, however, the confirmed bachelor Degas is not documented as having fathered any children. Lot includes an attractive color print portrait of a young Degas showcased by richly colored matte boards with black beveled edges. Matted off-center with image set 2.5″ in from left edge of matte board and 1″ from right edge. 1pp. letter on card-style stationery measures 4″ x 6.25″. Lightly toned around the edges with a few specks of foxing. Two bits of white tape are affixed to the verso and jut out over the top edge. Verso has a tiny pencil notation to the upper left and a horizontal fold line is visible across the center. Clearly signed letter is near fine. Portrait image measures 4.5″ x 5.75″ and 8″ x 11″ with matte. Beautiful set provides an alluring impression of the great Impressionist. Sold for $2,071.

Edgar Degas autograph
Rare Handwritten Signed Letter By French Impressionist “Painter of Dancers” Edgar Degas. Click to enlarge.

We also sold the following signed letters:

Claude Monet Autograph Letter Signed — Monet Writes to His Wine Merchant

Claude Monet autograph letter signed, composed in his signature purple fountain pen. Dated 9 January 1900 upon letterhead from his Giverny estate, Monet writes to Monsieur Gravereau, who supplied Monet with his preferred wine. Signed ”Claude Monet” at the conclusion. Single page measures 5.25” x 8.25” on bifolium stationery. Fold, otherwise near fine condition. Sold for $2,250.

Edgar Degas autograph
Claude Monet Autograph Letter Signed. Click to enlarge.

Edouard Manet Autograph Letter Signed — Manet Asks a Favor for a Friend, ”…Would you occupy yourself a bit regarding a manuscript…”

Edouart Manet autograph letter signed, nicely framed with a photo of the artist by Nadar (Felix Tournachon), circa 1878. Composed on Manet’s letterhead with his studio address ”4 Rue Sint Petersbourg”, he writes on behalf of his friend, the satirical writer Hyppolite Babou. Letter translates from French, ”Saturday My dear friend: Would you occupy yourself a bit regarding a manuscript of Hyppolite Babou which he sent to the Republic ten days ago. He begged me to write a word and ask for an answer. Edouard Manet”. Letter, mounted to paper, measures 4” x 6.25”. Photo measures 2.75” x 4.25”, all framed to 14.25” x 12”. Very good condition, beautifully presented. Sold for $2,250.

Edgar Degas autograph
Edouard Manet Autograph Letter Signed. Click to enlarge.

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