[ENGLISH & CONTINENTAL MANUSCRIPTS]. A group of approximately 14 items, primarily autograph letters signed by Kings and Queens.
Sale 1336 - Fine Books and Manuscripts, including Worlds of Tomorrow, and Americana
Jun 7, 2024
9:00AM CT
Live / Chicago
Estimate
$800 -
$1,200
Sold for $1,270
Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium
Lot Description
[ENGLISH & CONTINENTAL MANUSCRIPTS]. A group of approximately 14 items, primarily autograph letters signed by Kings and Queens, including:
GEORGE III (1738-1820), King of Great Britain and Ireland 1760-1820. Manuscript document in German signed "George R." St. James's, 7 February 1772. 2 pages on a laid paper biofoilum, some creasing. Appointing Councillor von Wenckstern as President in the War Office the following Easter. -- BERNADOTTE, Jean Baptiste (1763-1844), King of Sweden. Autograph letter signed ("J Bernadotte") to an unidentified recipient, as Commander of the Army. 30 October 1800. 1 page, folio, on printed "Republique Francaise" letterhead, some creasing and slight toning. Regarding military logistics for an invasion of England that never occurred. -- GEORGE IV (1895-1952), King of England. Autograph letter signed ("Albert") as the Duke of York to "My dear George." At Sea on the H.M.S. Renown, 10 January 1927. 2 pages, 8vo, on personal letterhead, slight creasing and soiling. Regarding travel, hunting, and horses. -- And 11 others. Together, approximately 14 works, primarily autograph letters signed, with a few photographs and engraved prints, various dates spanning the 18th-20th centuries, sheets 17 1/4 x 13 1/8-in. or smaller. Condition varies but is generally good (a few sheets with some toning and soiling, many with chipping to edges). One matted & framed (unexamined out of frame). Complete list available upon request.
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