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Sender: Walker, Sir Emery (1851-1933)
Recipient: László, Philip Alexius de (1869 - 1937)
Letter from Sir Emery Walker confirming that he will be pleased to photograph de Laszlo's portrait of Princess VIctoria [10303] in any size the artist wishes. He adds that he only publishes photographs of pictures in the National Portrait Gallery—those he does for Sargent are paid for by the artist's sitters
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Sender: Gramont, Duchesse de [née Elaine Hélène de Greffulhe]; wife of 12th duc (1882 - 1958)
Recipient: László, Philip Alexius de (1869 - 1937)
Letter from the duchesse de Gramont thanking de László for a rosary, a medal and some photographs. She just met the Prince of Wales and Prince Henry at the English Embassy
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Sender: László, Philip Alexius de (1869 - 1937)
Recipient: Münz, Sigmund (1859 - 1934)
Münz can leave his article as is, but should add that de László has recently finished the Archbishop of Canterbury's portrait [4632] from which he derived much satisfaction owing to its historical significance. De László will send a parcel of photographs and a New York Times Supplement on his Mellon portrait [6418]. He mentions his travel plans to Italy with his family and suggests Münz join. He asks Münz to call on Lord and Lady Phillimore who will soon be travelling to Vienna
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Sender: Münz, Sigmund (1859 - 1934)
Recipient: László, Philip Alexius de (1869 - 1937)
Münz has not been in touch as he has been working on a book about King Edward VII, and he asks de László to send him a reproduction of his portrait of the King [7705]. He would also love to have a copy of de László's portrait of the Italian Crown Prince [7890] or [9813]. He enquires after de László's family; he has not heard from Marczell for some time; he suggests the artist takes greater care of his health
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Sender: László, Philip Alexius de (1869 - 1937)
Recipient: Münz, Sigmund (1859 - 1934)
De László is interested to hear about Münz's King Edward VI book; he tells Münz who to contact regarding the reproduction of [7705]. He describes his experience painting the Prince of Piedmont [7890]; he mentions his forthcoming trip to Egypt
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Sender: László, Philip Alexius de (1869 - 1937)
Recipient: Münz, Sigmund (1859 - 1934)
De László's secretary writes to Sigmund Münz confirming that the portrait of King Edward VII [7705] was photographed by Paul Laib and not The Photographische Gesellshaft. Laib will forward a reproduction of the portrait to Münz
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Sender: László, Philip Alexius de (1869 - 1937)
Recipient: Münz, Sigmund (1859 - 1934)
He has met Dr. Edelstein and his daughter Carola (see DLA020-0296). General family news. Travel plans to America. Currently painting Lord Carson's portrait [3975]. Has not met the sculptor Felix Weiss. Still possessed of the "same ambition", "same vitality and love for my work as when we first met". De László is working on his book, which "will one day be a historic document".
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Sender: Baldry, Alfred Lys (1858 - 1939)
Recipient: László, Philip Alexius de (1869 - 1937)
Baldry encourages de László to make the most of his holiday and urges him to devote more time to independent work rather than portrait commissions. He hopes the proposed portrait of the Prince of Wales will proceed and asks whether the two Kent portraits [5952][5954] will be sent to Canada for exhibition.
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Sender: László, Philip Alexius de (1869 - 1937)
Recipient: Siklóssy de Pernesz, Doctor László (1881 - 1951)
De László reflects on Siklóssy's visit to London and a sketch he made of him [111404]. Discusses the Hungarian edition of "Painting a Portrait". Recalls painting Wekerle’s portrait [111100]. Requests varnishing of Horthy's portrait [110886] prior to exhibition (Nemzeti Szalon, Oct 1935). Prince of Wales’ visit to Hungary. Recent holiday highlights. Requests an update on the planned presentation of Horthy’s portrait in Parliament.
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Sender: László, Philip Alexius de (1869 - 1937)
Recipient: Siklóssy de Pernesz, Doctor László (1881 - 1951)
De László thanks Siklóssy for his efforts regarding the mishandled charity lottery painting [6316]. He disagrees with Gábor Ugron's claim that the committee has sole rights over the painting and asserts his original donation was to a different society. Has returned proofs for the Hungarian edition of "Painting a Portrait". Received notice from the Alispán regarding a portrait commission and anticipates painting three notable figures in Budapest. Supports "The Hungarian Quarterly", has sent a King Edward anecdote, and requests the marriage date of Crown Prince Rudolf for his memoirs.
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Sender: László, Philip Alexius de (1869 - 1937)
Recipient: Baldry, Alfred Lys (1858 - 1939)
De László thanks Baldry for revising his reply to Apollo and sends him a reply from Fürst for his perusal. Discusses his forthcoming portrait of the Archbishop of Canterbury [6171][6173] and a sitting for the Queen of Romania [3207]. Item includes the presumed revised text of de László’s reply to Apollo.
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Sender: Baldry, Alfred Lys (1858 - 1939)
Recipient: László, Philip Alexius de (1869 - 1937)
Baldry comments on the Apollo issue, the Society of Arts report, his meetings in London, and the Leicester Galleries exhibition, particularly William Nicholson’s "Sweet Peas" and Walter Sickert’s portrait of the King. Encloses a quotation from the life of Alfred Gilbert on portraiture and the importance of understanding a sitter’s character, noting its relevance to de László’s views.
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