Henri-Edmond CROSS (1856-1910). L.A.S., Le Lavandou (Var) January 23, 1907, to a comrade [Charles Albert]; 2 pages in-8 (small cracks in folds). He regrets that they did not become their neighbors for a few weeks. "Believe me, my wife and I will be happy to receive you whenever you wish, and if you and Madame will agree to share our lunch, you will double our joy since it will be a way to possess you longer. We love children and would be happy if you would bring your little girl.

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