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Title:
1969 Lucas Johnson Signed Illustrated Letter w/ Drawings Houston TX Artist
Description:
Original hand-written and illustrated letter by Houston surrealist artist Lucas Johnson (1940–2002).
This is not just a letter—it’s an artwork and personal correspondence combined. Johnson’s illustrated letters are relatively rare and desirable because they showcase both his intimate voice and his drawing style. This is an ideal addition for any collector of Lucas Johnson and Houston art.
Dated March 12, 1969, this letter was sent to friends “Lotte and Burt” and includes detailed personal reflections on witchcraft, voodoo, and upcoming exhibitions in San Francisco.
Medium: Graphite on paper, with text and drawings
Size: 9.5\" x 11\" (letter), framed under glass at 15\" x 18\"
Signed: “Lucas” in pencil
Content: Discusses his meeting with the author of Encyclopedia of Witchcraft, plans for exhibitions, and personal notes
Drawings: Original pencil figure studies integrated into the letter
Provenance: Private estate, framed with Avalatti gallery/framer label (Mexico)
Lucas Johnson was a noted Houston artist whose works are held in the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, and other collections. Illustrated letters by Johnson are scarce and highly collectible.
Condition: Paper shows typical toning, folds from mailing, and tape marks consistent with age. Frame is older but stable.
Policies:
Seller accepts returns, seller pays return shipping
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Letter Contents:
\"Dear Lotte and Burt, have been meaning to write you each day since I\'ve returned from Houston but as I don\'t write letters often have been putting it off. Recently have discovered that one of the foremost authority on witchcraft and demonology also lives in Saugerties and I plan to go and see him tomorrow, he is the author of the \"Encyclopedia of Witchcraft\" which I have often used for reference. I am hoping that he has a collection of books on voodoo, it seems likely. We are expecting to return sometime in October and are looking forward to seeing you both at that time. Also will probably be going to S.F. as I was offered another show there. Should be fun because S.F. is Helen\'s hometown. If you have any info about Misrachi let me know. Thanks, Lucas. P.S. We were planning to visit Leonel and Vita this weekend but I got sick. Hope this letter qualifies.\"
