Henry BECQUE (1837-1899). L.A.S., to Steinlen; 1 page and a half in-8 (crack in fold repaired). He has been ill for a fortnight: "I'm going through a very acute and tenacious attack of eczema, which doesn't leave me a moment's rest". He is unable to accept the invitation: "Please tell the newlyweds from me that I really don't have a chance with them"... On the back of the letter, graphological analysis in pencil.