1878 Henry Curtis ALS Victorian Manuscript
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1878 Henry Curtis ALS Victorian Manuscript
$129.00
1878 HENRY CURTIS AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED ALS – GENEALOGY FAMILY HISTORY VICTORIAN MANUSCRIPT
Original Autograph Letter Signed by Henry Curtis, dated January 9, 1878, consisting of three manuscript pages written in ink.
A charming and highly personal Victorian-era family letter discussing genealogy, relatives in England, family history, photography, church activities, children, grandchildren, and reflections on aging and faith.
The writer thanks the recipient for an "interesting letter" and remarks on the recipient's impressive writing ability at a young age. He discusses family connections, the importance of preserving family history, and references photographs of himself and family members.
Highlights
Autograph letter signed "Henry Curtis"
Dated January 9, 1878
Three pages of manuscript text
Genealogical and family-history content
References to relatives in England
Discussion of photography and family portraits
Victorian social and religious themes
Excellent research potential for Curtis family historians
Condition
Very good antique condition with expected folds, age toning, and minor staining. Ink remains strong and readable throughout. Signature clear.
A Wonderful Victorian Family Letter
An appealing nineteenth-century manuscript suitable for collectors of genealogy, family history, Victorian correspondence, and autograph letters.
