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COMMONWEALTH 2132
CABLE: CASTANO

GIOVANNI CASTANO
171 NEWBURY STREET
BOSTON, MASS.

PAINTINGS 
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Mr. Germain Seligmann   -2-   April 9, 1938

There seems to be a terrible depression here in Boston, especially within the last two months. However, I have been very busy working on sketches for the decoration of a large church interior this summer.

I have not seen His Eminence yet, but I am still hoping to work on the idea I talked with you about.

I think that perhaps I could handle a few modern things in Boston, although I understand most Bostonians go to your galleries. However, sometimes it may be for the best for me to see them personally, because, as you know, many fine people here have great regard for me personally and I can approach many fine families here.

A very beautiful Corot has been brought to my attention. If you wish to see it when you come again to Boston, I shall be glad to take you to view it. This is very important and of the "silver" period, very lovely in color and drawing.

With kindest personal regards, I am

Sincerely yours,

[[signed]]Giovanni Castano[[/signed]]
Giovanni Castano

GC:MB