NEMON, Oscar (1906-1985). Sculptor.
Autograph Letter Signed to [?Peter] Wiener, 2 pages 4to (tear at the head), Friary Court, St James's Palace, 19 July 1978. Postponing his promise to speak to Wiener's society until the following year ('if I survive this ordeal'), because of pressure of work.
Nemon was granted a studio by H.M. Queen Elizabeth II at Street James's Palace. His post-war career is best known for a galaxy of distinguished sitters including Elizabeth II and the Queen Mother, Eisenhower, Truman, Beaverbrook, Montgomery and Macmillan.
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