Autograph letter signed from H. Kelfe, Turin, to Charles Macklin, London [manuscript], 1769 October 19.

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Autograph letter signed from H. Kelfe, Turin, to Charles Macklin, London [manuscript], 1769 October 19.

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Kelfe cannot scold in French; asks what the reason is for Macklin's not answering her last two letters. Expresses her disappointment in hearing that Macklin has been flirting at the Jubilee. Mentions seeing Voltaire; says it is "agreable [sic] going out hunting with the King and Dutchess de Savoye and dining with embassadors [sic]." Year of letter added in pencil. Addressed to Macklin at James Street, Covent Garden, London.

1 item ; 23 x 20 cm.

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Macklin, Charles, 1697?-1797

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Epithet: actor; of Add MS 42578 British Library Archives and Manuscripts Catalogue : Person : Description : ark:/81055/vdc_100000000876.0x000197 Charles Macklin, born in Ireland, became a famous actor-manager and playwright based in London at Drury Lane, Haymarket, and Covent Garden. He was especially famed for comedy; Shylock was considered his best role. He carried on a vigorous feud with David Garrick. From the description of Charles Macklin collection, 1743-1...

Kelfe, H., 1743-

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