[Poynter, Sir Edward J.] Five Autograph Letters

A small archive of five letters dating from 1877-1901 from the renowned Englsh painter, designer and draughtsman, Sir Edward John Poynter (1836-1919): 1) to "her royal highness [Princess Louise] 4pp, on Poynter's embossed stationary, "Sat, Feb. 17, '77," regarding the difficulty in finding a room comfortable enough for her in the Museum or Schools (in anticipation of her visit). He suggests a room in one of the Schools where she saw a student making a copy of Carl Haag's picture... "Properly it is for the use of the Etching Class.. they have their printing press & other apparatus there so it is not a very convenient place... in the Museum we are worse off for space & I do not suppose it would be possible..." He suggests they meet after the Distribution of Prizes. Much more. 2) on Albert Gate stationary, Oc. 7, '84. 3pp. Dear Mr. Bowler, Is there not a small sum due to me for attendance at Nat's Competition? I have not received it or the report...there were two attendances, I think, on on the first day of the N.C. & one to consider the report after the drawings were hung." etc. 3) On Albert Gate stationary, Dec 28, '86. one page on folded sheet. "Dear Mr. Bowler, Will you kindly send me a copy of the Report of the Examinees..." etc. 4) on 28 Albert Gate stationary, 2pp on folded sheet. "Apr. 27th, '94. To Douglas Gordon. Dear Sir, I have agreed to dine at Mr. M. Agnew's table at the Artists' Benevolent Instn. dinner to-morrow & therefore cannot accept the invitation of the council..." etc. and 5) On Royal Academy of Arts stationary, 2pp, on large octavo mourning stationary, folded once, to Miss Beatrice M. Tubbs. "Dec. 22nd, 1901, Dear Madam, It is not I believe the custom for portrait-painters in this country to take printer pupils- The only course I can recommend to you, as you have already been thru a course of instruction in Art Schools, is to study the works of the masters in portraiture (in the National Gallery or elsewhere) to form your style- re in what respects their work differs from your own, & improve yourself by them. I am dear Madam yours truly Edward J. Poynter. To Miss Beatrice M. Tubbs." Poynter was one of the more prominent painters and figures in mid to late 19th Century England, known for his large historical paintings, and holding many official posts at University or public institutions.

Price: $550.00   Item #3841