STRELETSKI (Camille). - Lot 293

STRELETSKI (Camille). French psychiatrist and graphologist. Autograph letter signed “Camille Streletski,” addressed to a correspondent. Paris, April 13, 1928. 1½ pages, in-8 format. Paper printed with his name, address, and office hours. Hole punch holes. An interesting letter regarding the activities and organization of the Graphology Society. Streletski thanks his correspondent for his kindness and explains that, for the time being, he would only have menial tasks to assign him—which he considers unworthy of his skills—such as errands or secretarial work for a survey. Instead, he invites him to contribute more directly to the discipline by sending him, “from time to time,” articles for the journal *La Graphologie scientifique*, thereby emphasizing the importance of written publication in shaping this field of study: “In this way, you will serve the cause of graphology and give us great pleasure…” The document sheds light on the internal workings of these learned societies and the implicit hierarchy between administrative tasks and intellectual production. Camille Streletski practiced notably at Sainte-Anne Hospital, where he worked alongside Jacques Lacan.