Letter from Christina Rossetti, London, to Barbara Leigh Smith Bodichon, 1862? : autograph manuscript signed.

Sharing that her sister gave her Barbara's note of enquiry about her health; stating that she is not as strong as ever, but strong enough "for all practical purposes"; noting that sea-bathing at Eastbourne for five weeks was pleasant and successful; sharing that William is home once more after a tour of Venice and Rome that lasted about six weeks; sharing that he has just joined Gabriel in taking a house at Chelsea and talks of staying at various places; describing how her sister was delighted to meet Barbara when she called; noting that she has not forgotten the portfolio and will direct her contributions to her in Blandford Square.