ALEXANDER ARCHIPENKO (1887–1964)

Typed letter signed by Alexander Archipenko, one of the defining figures of the international avant-garde and a pioneer of twentieth-century modernist sculpture. The Ukrainian-born artist and sculptor played a major role in the development of Cubism and modern plastic art, securing a lasting place within both European and American art history.

The letter is dated November 19, 1946 and addressed to Art Digest in New York:

“Art Digest

116 E. 59th St.

New York, New York

Gentlemen:

I don't know what a subscription for the Art Digest is, but I am enclosing herewith my check for $5.00 to cover one year's subscription.

Will you be so kind as to mail it regularly to:

Mrs. Alexander Archipenko

c/o Mrs. R. F. Whitmore

705 Watts Street

Durham, North Carolina

Sincerely yours,

Alexander Archipenko”

The document is typed and signed in ink “Alexander Archipenko”. The piece is presented in a frame with a portrait photograph in artist-designed presentation, forming a complete collectible display suitable for a private collection or interior.