Jean-Baptiste Edouard Detaille

Jean-Baptiste Edouard Detaille (5 October 1848 - 23 December 1912), French artist, and painter, authentic, autographed annotated letter (ALS). This two page letter measures approximately 3" x 5" in size and contains no date but believed to be circa 1884. The letter is attached to a larger piece of paper approximately 4" x 6" in size.  

Detaille was a French academic painter and military artist who was noted for his precision and realistic detail. He is often regarded as the "semi-official artist of the French Army". Two of his more notable works are "The Defense of Champigny" (1879) and "La Reve" (1888). It was from his own military experience during the Franco-Prussian War which provided him the visions for his future works. 

This letter is crisply signed at the conclusion by Detaille. It is in good to very good condition, with overall light toning not affecting the signature. The letter contains one expected fold line.