CEZANNE Paul (1839-1906) Signed autograph letter addressed to Gustave GEFFROY Paris, May 17, 1898, 1 page in-8 in ink, envelope preserved. (Traces of inevitable folds). "I am happy to be associated with the subscription of which you are willing to let me know, and I register myself for 40 francs on the list of admirers of Rodin's genius, regretting due to accidental circumstances beyond my control not being able to attend your good invitation". Gustave Geffroy (1855-1926), journalist, critic and art historian, was one of the 10 founding members of the Académie Goncourt.