Letter to his wife about rumored bombardment of Boston and effects of war on his artistic career
Contributors: Copley, Susannah Farnum Clarke, d. 1836, recipient; Boston Public Library. American Revolutionary War Manuscripts Collection
Published: 1774
Place of publication: Rome
Language: eng
Format: [manuscript]
Subjects: Correspondence; Sources; Artists; History
Notes: Holograph, signed.

Title provided by cataloger.

Dated: Rome, Nov. 5, 1774.

Feels much anxiety as to the health of his family and also as to the situation in Boston relative to his property. Sends a message to his brother Harry (his half-brother, Henry Pelham) and to many relatives and friends. Describes his impressions and emotions on seeing Raphael's Transfiguration. Comments on the benefits of the visit to Rome. Asks that his wife tell him if she desires to remove to London until the unrest in the Colonies is quieted.

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