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768 - GUSTAVE EIFFEL (1832–1923)
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Estimate €600 - €800
Description
GUSTAVE EIFFEL (1832–1923) Autograph letter, 23 December 1916, to Miss Antoinette Janssen (1862–1924), daughter of the astronomer Jules Janssen (1824–1907). Ink on mourning paper, with a black border framing the page. 1 p. In French. 10.3 x 13.7 cm Autograph note, unsigned, on his personal printed calling card, Rue Rabelais, to Miss Antoinette Janssen. In French. 5.9 x 9.6 cm On the death of Maurice Le Grain (son-in-law of Gustave Eiffel, husband of his second daughter, Laure). ‘... Laure, whose conduct since the onset of this illness has been admirable, continues to be very courageous...’. At the buyer’s request, we shall be happy to provide a general report on the condition of the lot described above. However, as we are not professional conservators or restorers, we strongly advise potential buyers to carry out their own inspection or to consult a specialist of their choice to obtain a full assessment of the lot’s condition. Descriptions of items provided in the catalogue or by correspondence are for guidance only and should not be regarded as a definitive assessment. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSION REGARDING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD ‘AS IS’, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE PUBLISHED IN THE CATALOGUE.
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