Saul Mauriber [Carl Van Vechten]

Saul Mauriber (1915 - 2003), Carl Van Vechten's long time assistant/romantic partner and executor for Van Vechten's estate, hand written, autographed letter (ALS) to Van Vechten. Date of December 31, 1949.

Carl Van Vechten, (June 17, 1880 – December 21, 1964), celebrated American writer and photographer, was the literary executor of Gertrude Stein and a key figure of the Harlem Renaissance movement. He captured iconic images of all the key members in the worlds of Art, Theater, Music, and Literature. Van Vechten viewed his photography as a hobby; he never took commissions, he never sold photographs. He would grant permission to publish them, but had strict requirements to do so. He was a prominent fixture in 20th century photography collections with his work being included in such institutions as The Library of Congress, The Museum of The City of New York and The Smithsonian Institution.

Mauiber sends his "Dearest Carlo" a New Year's quote and wishes "My best for a wonderful 1950."

Hand written on a pulp stock. In fine condition with mailing folds. Accompanied by original mailing envelope.