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Empress of the French (1804–1809) as the wife of Napoleon I. Married first to Alexandre de Beauharnais, she wed Napoleon Bonaparte in 1796. The marriage was annulled (1809) because of her alleged infertility. Manuscript DS, in French, one page, 7.5 x 4.75, May 20, 1810. In full: “I authorize Mr. Redoute to send Miss Aimelot a copy of the Lyiacees and the flora of La Malmaison.” Neatly signed at the conclusion by Josephine. Intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, mild toning, a bit heavier to top, and a couple tape repairs to a lower fold, which could be easily matted out, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RRAuction COA.
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