Ineffectual King of France who was dominated by his strong-willed and unscrupulous mistress Madame de Pompadour. Advised of the growing discontent among his people, Louis prophetically observed 'Apres moi le deluge' (After me the flood), an apt prediction of the impending French Revolution. DS, signed 'Louis,' one page, 21 x 14, March 23, 1726. Vellum document, in French, in which Louis grants an exemption of the third year of studies to Antoine Nicolas Aubert. Signed in black ink by Louis. In fine condition, with 7.5 inch diagonal cut from lower right corner, not affecting any text, scattered light soiling and toning and expected folds. COA John Reznikoff/University Archives and RRAuction COA.
