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Dear Edward [L'Anson]
According to Mrs L'Anson's instructions I send by my servant the attempt I have made to paint poor Lavinia's portrait. I must once again remind you that never saw her and was from the first more than doubtful of success. You will be indulgent. I send today because it is the only day you are likely to be at home and I am anxious to hear how the picture strikes you. I start on Tuesday morning at 8 o'clock. Should my messenger not find you a line to Madrid poste restante would find me. I shall be there Friday and Saturday.
In haste
Yours very sincerely
Fred Leighton
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