Auction Catalogue

1 June 1994

Starting at 10:00 AM

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Historical and Art Medals

Mayfair Art Exhibition Centre  15/16 Grosvenor St  London  W1X 9FB

Lot

№ 259

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1 June 1994

Estimate: £15–£25

Victoria (1837-1901), Frederick, Lord Leighton, a letter to a Mr Butler, dated 25 August 1895, concerning his health. Three sides of 8vo, very fine

Frederick, Lord Leighton (1830-1896), painter and President of the Royal Academy. Leighton writes: "my attacks & their frequent recurrence in spite of the care of the best doctor are very disheartening & I should be glad indeed to be able to hope that relief.., might come upon me suddenly.. "