^Lot 1034 Henry Irving

Prominent British stage actor (1838–1905) who was the first of his profession to be knighted. ALS signed “H. Irving,” two pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 7, Brevoort House letterhead, November 30, 1884. Letter to Mr. Dana. In part: “I hope we shall meet often-here & also elsewhere. I readily thank you Mr Dana for your invitation for next Sunday. It would have been a great pleasure to have accepted it.” In fine condition, with ink notation to reverse of second page, a couple slight brushes to text, and mild toning.