signed
by Rhead, Louis & Frank Chouteau Brown
Autograph postal card signed from Louis Rhead (1857-1926), American author and illustrator, to Frank Chouteau Brown (1876-1947), noted American architect and editor of Architectural Review, who became a bookplate designer; postmarked Jan. 4, 1896. "Dear Sir, I lecture on the elements of design... before the N.Y. school of applied design... on the 23rd and am at your mercy in regard to the original. I write to to tell you that I cannot consent to them being loaned elsewhere than at your desk any longer than the time named in my last letter..." He goes on to explain his fears of losing track while he is traveling, etc. Postmarked on both sides. Scarce.
(Inventory #: 4239)