^Lot 710 James Abbott McNeil Whistler

Pioneering and influential American-born artist (1834–1903), best known for his distinctively evocative portraits, and landscapes, and the ‘Arrangement in Gray and Black,’ aka ‘Whistler’s Mother.’ Uncommon ALS, in pencil, signed “J Mc: N. Whistler,” one page, 6 x 4, no date. Short letter to a friend. In part: “I do hope you are quite well again—and perhaps you will look in tomorrow after dusk.” A central vertical fold, some scattered light soiling and spotting, and a small pencil notation to top left corner, otherwise fine condition.