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OUEST ENCHERES PUBLIQUES NANTES & RENNES

452 - Émile LITTRE (1801–1881), French writer, lexicographer and p…
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Estimate €150 - €200
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Émile LITTRE (1801–1881), French writer, lexicographer and politician. Autograph letter signed ‘E. Littré’, dated 18 July 1873 in Mesnil; addressee unknown. 1p; fine copy. ‘My health is hardly improving; if I am unable to go to Versailles next Monday, I would ask you, in the motion tabled by Mr Jules Favre, to vote for me as the Left, to which I belong, will do. Moreover, I do not think there will be any divisions amongst the various factions of the Left on this matter. I shake your hand. E. Littré”. Enclosed are two signed letters by LAMARTINE (the handwriting is difficult to decipher, one of which is in fair condition). Lot from a voluntary sale.
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About the sale Quintessence IV – Part 2: Furniture & Works of Art
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Auction time 10/17/2026 at 2:00 PM
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