Autograph Letter 20 - 1875

This handwritten letter by Julia Margaret Cameron, a renowned British photographer known for her portraiture and close-up studies of family and friends, dates back to 1875. Cameron, who was also a writer, used her artistic talents to capture the nuances of human emotions. Her eloquent writing style and the intimate nature of the letter provide a glimpse into the personal life and creative process of a pioneering female artist of the Victorian era. The letter, housed at the Art Institute of Chicago, stands as a testament to her unique approach to both photography and literature.