Autograph letter signed : Brantwood, Coniston, to John Simon, 1881 Mar. 9.

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Autograph letter signed : Brantwood, Coniston, to John Simon, 1881 Mar. 9.

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A very lengthy and detailed description of the complete mental breakdown of Ruskin over the previous week; detailing his delusions, his abuse of the staff and his threatening behavior toward her and Mr. Severn; asking for his advice and saying that they have decided that they need a trained attendant to be with Ruskin.

1 item (19 p.) ; 18.1 cm

Pierpont Morgan Library.

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SNAC Resource ID: 8129970

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