Jean-Baptiste Edouard Detaille

Jean-Baptiste Edouard Detaille (5 October 1848 - 23 December 1912), French artist, and painter, authentic, autographed annotated letter (ALS). This one page letter measures approximately 3" x 6" in size and is dated February 8, 1884.

The letter is accompanied by the envelope for which it was delivered. The envelope is approximately 3" x 4" in size. There is an address leaf and stamp on the front. On the reverse, is a red, wax seal.  

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 some scattered creases and one expected fold line.