This lot features an original typewritten letter on "Stockbridge, Massachusetts" letterhead, hand-signed by Norman Rockwell. The letter is addressed to Mr. Donald P. Lindsay, President of Lincoln First Federal Savings & Loan Association in Spokane, Washington. In the correspondence, Rockwell discusses his deep admiration for Abraham Lincoln, describing him as his "favorite American" and detailing the inspiration behind his portrait of Lincoln as a young man in New Salem. Rockwell touches on the "strength, integrity, and spirit" of Lincoln and mentions a trip he took with his wife, Molly, to research the setting. The letter is boldly signed "Norman Rockwell" in ink.

This item originates from the former Norman Rockwell Museum of the South collection.

Specifications:

• Dimensions: 12 x 10 inches (frame)

• Medium: Typewritten ink on paper with hand-signed signature

• Condition: Housed in a dark cherry-finished wooden frame; paper shows natural age toning and original folding creases. The signature remains crisp and dark.

Norman Rockwell Abraham Lincoln Hand Signed Letter Autograph Stockbridge Massachusetts Personal Correspondence 20th Century Americana Norman Rockwell Museum of the South Collection New Salem Illinois.

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