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491. Francesco Albani Autograph Letter Signed. Italian Baroque painter (1578–1660) known for his religious works and mythological frescoes. ALS in Italian, signed “Fran’co Albani,” one page, 7.5 x 11, no date. Untranslated handwritten letter by the celebrated painter. In fine condition, with scattered faint foxing, and roughly half of the integral address leaf torn off and missing. Starting Bid $200
493. Camille Corot Signature. French landscape painter
(1796-1875) identified with the Barbizon School. Ink signature and inscription, “A mes chers amis Lionel, C. Corot,” on an offwhite 7 x 9.5 mat displaying an original carte-de-visite portrait of Corot by F. Mulnier of Paris; mat opening is slightly larger than the carte-de-visite. In fine condition, with overall toning, and light silvering to the image. Starting Bid $200
492. Gutzon Borglum Signed Photograph. Vintage glossy 10 x 8 photo of Gutzon Borglum posing with the United States Navy band in front of Mount Rushmore, signed in fountain pen, “Sincerely, Gutzon Borglum.” Reverse bears a Bell Photo stamp. In very good to fine condition, with scattered light creasing, and light silvering to the darker areas of the image. Starting Bid $200
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October 13, 2021 | ART, ARCHITECTURE, AND DESIGN
