Offered is a vintage literary autograph collection featuring an apparent original handwritten and signed note by James Russell Lowell (1819–1891), the celebrated American poet, critic, editor, and diplomat.

The handwritten note is signed "J. R. Lowell" and includes a personal reference to the Stephen family, with the passage: "Give my love to Hughes & the Stephens & kiss for me to their little girl." It concludes "Your loving uncle."

The collection includes:

• Handwritten note bearing the signature "J. R. Lowell"

• Mounted portrait of Lowell with an additional signature beneath the portrait (not independently verified as original handwriting)

• Additional historical portraits and photographs of Lowell

• Photostat reproduction of the original manuscript of Old Ironsides, accompanied by period images of Lowell's Cambridge, Massachusetts, home, Elmwood

• Two vintage album pages with the materials mounted as shown

Provenance: This collection was acquired from the estate of a California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly) professor. It was among dozens of historical autographs and signatures spanning various periods and notable individuals.

We have no specific reason to question the authenticity of the handwritten note or signature. However, we have not undertaken professional authentication, and the item is being offered as found, without a certificate of authenticity or guarantee of authorship.

Condition: Vintage estate condition, with age-related toning, spotting, adhesive remnants, and wear to the album pages and mounted materials. Please review all photographs carefully for condition and contents.

An interesting piece of American literary history, particularly for collectors of James Russell Lowell, 19th-century writers, and historical autographs.

The exact items pictured are the items you will receive.