Autograph letters signed from J. Wells Champney, New York, to William Winter [manuscript], 1897.

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Autograph letters signed from J. Wells Champney, New York, to William Winter [manuscript], 1897.

Concerning portraits by Champney. (2-4) addressed from 96 5th Avenue, New York.

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Folger Shakespeare Library

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Champney, James Wells, 1843-1903

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James Wells Champney (July 16, 1843 – May 1, 1903) was an American genre artist and illustrator noted for his portraits, oriental scenes and American landscapes. Champney was born in Boston, the son of Benjamin and Sarah Wells Champney. His mother died when he was quite young and he was raised by relatives. At the age of 16 years he began his career as an apprentice wood engraver and earned a living making wood engravings. At the outbreak of Civil War he left the apprenticeship and enlisted in ...

Young, Robert, 1927-2008

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Winter, William, 1836-1917

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American drama critic. From the description of Autograph letter signed, dated : Tompkinsville (Staten Island, N.Y.), 17 April 1886, to Mrs. Tracy, 1886 Apr. 17. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 270679284 Massachusetts native William Winter graduated from Harvard law school, but began his career as a journalist. He wrote for numerous journals before securing a position as drama critic at the New York Tribune. In addition to being one of the most influential critics of his day, ...