Two Original Sketches by Joseph Simpson

Two striking and accomplished original sketches from artist Joseph Simpson, presented by bibliophile Holbrook Jackson in a signed letter to his brother, Charlie. Two original unsigned sketches from British painter and etcher Joseph Simpson, known for his portraits, sporting subjects, and for his role as a magazine editor.Simpson attended the Glasgow School of Art and initially worked in Edinburgh as an illustrator and cartoonist, before moving to London and taking up etching.Both of these sketches foreground men, with scenery of a house and forest behind one, and a ship behind the other.Loosely inserted is a signed letter from British journalist, writer and publisher Holbrook Jackson to his brother, John Charles Jackson. Dated January 1910, Jackson writes 'I am sending you herewith a little drawing by Joseph Simpson. I consider it extremely clever, and I think you will agree with me', and then goes on to give his framing and mounting suggestions.To the reverse of one of the sketches is the inscription "by Joseph Simpson R.B.A.", however it is not in Simpson's own hand. Two original sketches, both unsigned, one mounted on card and the other detached from mount. Sketches in exceptional condition. Spotting to card. Signed letter in excellent condition. Inscription to rear of detached illustration. Very Good.…