Please ensure Javascript is enabled for purposes of website accessibility
(800) 937-3880
SELL

Lot #284
Napoleon

Napoleon makes disposition of German and Italian lands for “losses which you suffered as a consequence of various confiscations made during the Revolution”

This lot has closed

Estimate: $0+
Sell a Similar Item?
Share:  

Description

Napoleon makes disposition of German and Italian lands for “losses which you suffered as a consequence of various confiscations made during the Revolution”

LS in French, signed “I embrace you, Bonaparte,” one page, 7.25 x 9.25, April 21, 1804. Letter to General Sainte Suzanne. In full (translated): “By decree I have granted your father-in-law Citizen Bulach permission to take possession of his fief on the right bank of the Rhine: in consideration of the losses which you suffered as a consequence of various confiscations made during the Revolution, I have granted to you one of the domains of the State of Parma at the disposition of the government. I ask you to see in these dispositions the desire which I have to prove to you the nation’s recognition of the fine and great services which you have rendered to the Fatherland.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds, with a horizontal fold lightly passing through signature and some scattered light toning. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Rare Manuscript, Document & Autograph
  • Dates: #421 - Ended January 15, 2014





This item is Pre-Certified by PSA/DNA
Buy a third-party letter of authenticity for $50.00

*This item has been pre-certified by a trusted third-party authentication service, and by placing a bid on this item, you agree to accept the opinion of this authentication service. If you wish to have an opinion rendered by a different authenticator of your choosing, you must do so prior to your placing of any bid. RR Auction is not responsible for differing opinions submitted 30 days after the date of the sale.