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Sender: László, Philip Alexius de (1869 - 1937)
Recipient: Bárczy de Bárcziháza, István (1882 - 1952)
Letter from de László to István Bárczy de Bárcziháza, the first page of which largely deals with family/personal matters. He mentions his forthcoming travel plans to the United States and some recent "interesting sitters" (the Duchess of York [4460] and Queen Elisabeth of Belgium [7870])
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Sender: László, Philip Alexius de (1869 - 1937)
Recipient: Bárczy de Bárcziháza, István (1882 - 1952)
De László recounts Johnny's serious illness that led to his and Lucy's sudden departure from Budapest. He is glad his exhibition was a success; he requests Bárczy sends on the interviews. He is happy that Bárczy has the "charming portrait" of his wife, Edit, in his possession (DLA016-0048 and DLA016-0049 were previously partial items that have now been merged into DLA016-0049. DLA016-0049 has been deleted, AD 09/07/21)
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Sender: Bárczy de Bárcziháza, István (1882 - 1952)
Recipient: László, Philip Alexius de (1869 - 1937)
Partial letter, possibly continues as DLA016-0052, see "Editorial Notes". István Bárczy de Bárcziháza congratulates de László on his recent successes and lists a number of the artist's important portraits. He will attend an event to commemorate the Battle of Mohács
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Sender: László, Philip Alexius de (1869 - 1937)
Recipient: Bárczy de Bárcziháza, István (1882 - 1952)
De László has been busy recently. He was delighted to hear about the success of his exhibition in Budapest and that he has not been forgotten; he is preparing for his trip there and asks Bárczy to arrange various engagements. He hopes a decision has been taken regarding the Art Society prize. He includes details of recent/current sitters [6762] [3491] and presentations at Cambridge [2458] [2456] and Oxford [6690]. He suggests Bárczy writes his own memoirs
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Sender: Bárczy de Bárcziháza, István (1882 - 1952)
Recipient: László, Philip Alexius de (1869 - 1937)
Admiral Miklós Horthy has consented to his portrait [10456], sketch [5691] and that of his wife [10456] being exhibited at Charpentier and the French Gallery. The same goes for the Count and Countess Bethlen's portraits [2487] [10458]. Kisfaludi-Strobl says the Horthy and Bethlen portraits were much admired in Stockholm from where they will be sent to Göteburg and Nürnberg. Includes gossip regarding Bertalan Karlovszky's appointment as Professor
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Sender: Bárczy de Bárcziháza, István (1882 - 1952)
Recipient: László, Philip Alexius de (1869 - 1937)
István Bárczy de Bárcziháza congratulates de László on his portrait of Marchioness of Milford Haven [3491]; he likes the sketch of Jenő Rákosi [6729]. Count Bethlen has had bad influenza. Bárczy has recently been appointed State Secretary. He will look after Sam Guinness' friend, "Vickers" [the artist painted six portraits of the Vickers family], when he visits. The Scitovskys are in London
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Sender: László, Philip Alexius de (1869 - 1937)
Recipient: Bárczy de Bárcziháza, István (1882 - 1952)
De László congratulates Bárczy on his promotion. Fell ill following Paris but is now working on [2447] [2900]. Will soon host a dinner party for Maréchal Lyautey. Mentions forthcoming trip to Egypt. Is glad Regent Horthy and Count Bethlen have consented to the exhibition of their portraits. Was interested to hear his two pictures were exhibited in Scandinavia. His picture [10498] has arrived back damaged. Refers scathingly to Karlovszky's appointment (DLA016-0058 & DLA016-0059 were previously partial items that have now been merged into DLA016-0058, AD 14/07/21)
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Sender: László, Philip Alexius de (1869 - 1937)
Recipient: Münz, Sigmund (1859 - 1934)
De László explains to Sigmund Münz why they did not stop in Vienna on their way to Budapest. Writes of his retrospective in Budapest held to celebrate his Silver Jubilee wedding anniversary. Unfortunately, his son, John, became seriously ill and he had to return to England; he is recovering now. Mentions preparations for his trip to the United States
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Sender: László, Philip Alexius de (1869 - 1937)
Recipient: Münz, Sigmund (1859 - 1934)
De László congratulates Münz on Concordia Jury prize. Comments on sad fate of Kestranek family, which should act as warning not to overwork oneself; mentions scare of recent “slight” heart attack. Refers to his 25th wedding anniversary. Remainder of letter concerns travel plans for Budapest via Basle & exhibitions. Asks Münz's view of Baroness de Rothschild's portrait [4616] at Vienna Kunsterhaus
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Sender: László, Philip Alexius de (1869 - 1937)
Recipient: Ruttkay de Ruttka, Vilmos (1869)
De László invites the recipient (possibly Vilmos Ruttkay de Ruttka, see "Editorial Notes") to the Annual Dinner of the Anglo-Austrian Society; he mentions his forthcoming retrospective exhibition in Budapest; he would like to hear more about Mr. Leipnik
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Sender: László, Philip Alexius de (1869 - 1937)
Recipient: Ruttkay de Ruttka, Vilmos (1869)
De László thanks Vilmos Ruttkay de Ruttka for postcards, newspaper reproducing Giorgione's "The Tempest", and Venice Biennale catalogue illustrating portraits of Regent [5684] and his wife [10456]. Holidaying in Wentworth; longing to continue studies for his "big canvas"
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Sender: Bárczy de Bárcziháza, István (1882 - 1952)
Recipient: László, Philip Alexius de (1869 - 1937)
Bárczy encloses press cuttings regarding Horthy's congratulatory telegrams on de László's Grand Prix medal at the Barcelona exhibition; includes details of Déry and Ruttkay's involvement. Baron Pál Forster's marriage
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Sender: Bárczy de Bárcziháza, István (1882 - 1952)
Recipient: László, Philip Alexius de (1869 - 1937)
Bárczy congratulates de László on his election to the Presidency of the RBA. He outlines his involvement in arranging a gala and ceremony to celebrate Horthy's 10th anniversary as Regent and the conferral of the Supreme Order of the Most Holy Annunciation. Mentions reproductions of de László's portraits in the Pesti Hirlap [5684][10456] and Magyarság [110579]
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Sender: László, Philip Alexius de (1869 - 1937)
Recipient: Bárczy de Bárcziháza, István (1882 - 1952)
Holiday plans to go to the Tyrol; mentions the Royal Garden Party and a commission to paint the Duchess of York [9126]; reference to Bárczy's plans to introduce the Duke of Sutherland to the Regent and Prime Minister during the former's planned trip to Hungary (see also DLA019-0126); his son Stephen's recent operation.
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Sender: Bárczy de Bárcziháza, István (1882 - 1952)
Recipient: László, Philip Alexius de (1869 - 1937)
Bárczy has been busy with the opening of parliament. Confirms he will provide introductions for the Duke and Duchess of Sutherland to the Regent, Prime Minister and the aristocracy; outlines travel plans.
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Sender: László, Philip Alexius de (1869 - 1937)
Recipient: Siklóssy de Pernesz, Doctor László (1881 - 1951)
De László is pleased his sketch of Siklóssy [111404] was well received. Discusses the restoration and exhibition of his portraits of Wekerle [possibly 111100] and Horthy [110886]. Mentions a new commission to paint Elemér Preszly. Expresses continued desire to paint Légrády and Herczeg's portraits. Shares autobiographical notes for a proposed Hungarian edition of "Painting a Portrait", recounting early artistic ambitions and career milestones. Asks for help locating a picture [6316] he donated to charity and which remains unaccounted for.
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Sender: Siklóssy de Pernesz, Doctor László (1881 - 1951)
Recipient: László, Philip Alexius de (1869 - 1937)
Siklóssy's portrait [111404] has been praised by notable figures (Herczeg, Kornis). Légrády still hopes de László will paint Herczeg. He agrees to a 4-page preface for the Hungarian edition of “Painting a Portrait”. Plans to exhibit portraits of himself and Wekerle [possibly 111100] (Nemzeti Szalon, Oct 1935). The Regent’s portrait [110886], much admired by Sztranyavszky, will feature prominently in the exhibition; it will be officially unveiled at the opening of Parliament.
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Sender: László, Philip Alexius de (1869 - 1937)
Recipient: Siklóssy de Pernesz, Doctor László (1881 - 1951)
De László reflects on Siklóssy's visit to London and a sketch he made of him [111404]. Discusses the Hungarian edition of "Painting a Portrait". Recalls painting Wekerle’s portrait [111100]. Requests varnishing of Horthy's portrait [110886] prior to exhibition (Nemzeti Szalon, Oct 1935). Prince of Wales’ visit to Hungary. Recent holiday highlights. Requests an update on the planned presentation of Horthy’s portrait in Parliament.
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Sender: László, Philip Alexius de (1869 - 1937)
Recipient: Légrády, Doctor Ottó (1878 - 1948)
De László apologises for his delayed reply due to illness. Expresses delight at the Hungarian edition of "Painting a Portrait", especially the inclusion of early works [11229][11601]. Recalls time spent among Hungarian peasants with fondness. Travel to the South of France and Portugal will delay portrait commissions. Reflects on the recent death of Gyula Gömbös.
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