BEECHEY

(James, 1746-1831, Historical & Portrait Painter, R.A., & Author) or in his absence Wm Owen Esq. Royal Academy (William, 1769-1825, Portrait Painter) saying that as he is so extremely ill that I cannot venture out today without the greatest danger, I must therefore beg that Mr Owen and yourself will excuse my non attendance..., 1 side 8vo., with original autograph address leaf, no place, Tuesday morning, no date, in a superb presentation red leather case with a crest on the front and the words Autographe de Sir W. Beechey,