Original Autograph Letter to Clement de Ris 

 Corot, Jean-Baptiste. [1796-1875]. French Realist [landscape] painter, associated with the Barbizon School. His work considered an immediate precursor of Impressionism. 1 page ALS, to: Clement de Ris. n.p. n. d., small octavo. In French, Corot comes to the aid of a friend who has not been accepted to an art exhibit. Translated as: " My dear sir, My friend Mr. Brizard tells me that he has not been accepted. There was a mistake made: I certainly recall having seen his acceptance. Dauzats and Bida too. It is very annoying for this person. / Please receive Monsieur, my sincere consideration / C. Corot" Glazed & framed to an overall size of: 14" x 19" [5" x 7"] [5" x 7"] in a handsome reddish brown brushed wood frame, elegant fabric matte & gilt filet in double windows. Reduction print of his 'Woman Reading' supplied for display. A very nice presentation.  $1375