‘‘Letter from Jacob Epstein to Peggy Jean Hornstein‘, Sir Jacob Epstein, recipient: Peggy Jean Lewis, 28 February [1958]‘, Sir Jacob Epstein, recipient: Peggy Jean Lewis, 28 February [1958] – Tate Archive

Sir Jacob Epstein, recipient: Peggy Jean Lewis

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Created by: Sir Jacob Epstein 1880–1959
Recipient: Peggy Jean Lewis 1918–2010
Title: Letter from Jacob Epstein to Peggy Jean Hornstein
Date: 28 February [1958]
Description: The letter concerns Epstein's work on a bust of Princess Margaret. The letter also mentions continued problems with sending money through Irving Epstein, his commissions for portraits, his poor health, that Kathleen is planning a holiday and the strain of doing his large commission. The letter is enclosed with a newspaper cutting about Princess Margaret's sittings for Epstein. Includes original envelope.
Format: Document - correspondence
Collection: Tate Archive
Acquisition: Purchased for Tate Archive from Peggy Jean Lewis in March 1999.
Reference: TGA 993/8

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