signed
1913 · Cagnes
by Pierre-Auguste Renoir
Framed and authenticated by Charles Hamilton with his seal affixed to the backing paper. Felt-lined frame with raised platform for the note and recessed Georges Lay bronze medal of Renoir above. Note shows adhesive bleed at corners; medal has been paper-taped to the back. On letterhead of the Farm at Les Collettes, Cagnes: "Monsieur, J'ai recu votre amiable lettre et je serai heureux de lire votre petit roman pour faire connaissance avec vous. Recevez mes salutations meilleures. Renoir 23 Septembre 1913" (Sir, I received your amiable letter and I will be happy to read your little novel to get to know you. Receive my best regards.); 12mo (truncated)