signed unbound
1988 · New York
by O'CONNOR, John (1920-2000)
New York, 1988. unbound. very good. Exceptional content T.L.S., 4to, 1 page, Cardinal's Office, New York City, August 17th 1988 to patron of the arts and philanthropist Brooke Astor, congratulating her on a lifetime achievement, in full: "I wish to add my congratulations to those of your family and friends on you're receiving the National Medal of Arts presented by President Reagan and Mrs. Reagan. Your contribution to the Arts through the Vincent Astor Foundation has provided cultural enrichment for so many Americans and I join them in expressing my deep appreciation." *Brooke Astor and Cardinal O'Connor became close friends during the vast renovation of St. Patrick's Cathedral. Fine condition. American prelate of the Catholic Church who served as Archbishop of New York from 1984 until his death in 2000, and was created Cardinal in 1985. (Inventory #: 294573)