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75 - BAC Ferdinand (1859–1952), writer, draughtsman, caricaturist…
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BAC Ferdinand (1859–1952), writer, draughtsman, caricaturist, set designer, painter, metalworker, landscape artist and lithographer. 1-Signed autograph letter on ‘La Vie Parisienne’ letterhead (no place or date), addressed to Mr Milès (1859–1928) [Léon Roger, known as Léon Roger-Milès, lawyer, historian, poet, journalist and art critic]: ‘My dear friend, you would be the kindest of men if you would write me a short preface for the catalogue of my exhibition at Bodinier’s. Just a few words, please… However, I must confess that it is a bit of a rush… you will say that I am rather bold; but you would really be doing me a great favour and I shall repay you for it. Yours most sincerely, Bac”. 2 pages in-12 (Dimensions: 11.4 x 17.4 cm); a fine copy. 2-Signed autograph letter addressed to Mr Milès (1859–1928) [Léon Roger, known as Léon Roger-Milès, lawyer, historian, poet, journalist and art critic]: “My dear friend, I have just returned from my trip to Italy and have just read the fine preface you wrote for my catalogue. I am delighted and thank you a thousand times for your great kindness. May I count on you for the launch party at Bodinier’s next Tuesday, 26 March, at 9 o’clock? If so, please let me know straight away so that I can reserve your seats… F. Bac”. 2 pages in-12 (Dimensions: 11.4 x 17.4 cm); good copy 3-Signed autograph letter dated 29 September 1892, addressed to Mr Milès (1859–1928) [Léon Roger, known as Léon Roger-Milès, lawyer, historian, poet, journalist and art critic]: “My dear Mr Milès, do you feel inspired to write a piece on the history of toys for *Le Figaro illustré*? I believe this subject would go down well with them, accompanied by drawings, for their Christmas issue. If this subject suits you, we can present it to Valadon one of these coming mornings. Would you, in that case, do me the pleasure of joining me for lunch? Choose the day and we shall put our heads together… Ferdinand Bac”. 2 pages, in-12 format (Dimensions: 11.4 x 17.4 cm); good condition Appraisal carried out by Pascal GUILLEBAUD. Lot from a voluntary sale.
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About the sale Manuscripts, Philately and Bibliophilia
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Auction time 06/30/2026 at 2:00 PM
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