Autograph letters signed (4), dated : Paris, Arachon, and Morgins sur Monthey, [27 October 1893, and n.d.], to Pierre Louÿs, 1893 Oct. 27 and n.d.

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Autograph letters signed (4), dated : Paris, Arachon, and Morgins sur Monthey, [27 October 1893, and n.d.], to Pierre Louÿs, 1893 Oct. 27 and n.d.

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Thanking Louÿs for inscribed copies of his books, saying that his style is "exquis, clair, net, coloré, rapide, et dans la plus belle tradition française," asking if he can recommend someone to copy an act of Arthus--"one who plays all of Debussy by heart"--, etc.

4 items (11 p., with one integral address leaf and one envelope.) ; various sizes.

Pierpont Morgan Library.

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