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78 - Albert I, King of the Belgians (1875–1934)
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Estimate €200 - €400

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Albert I, King of the Belgians (1875–1934) 6 autograph letters, bearing the Crown monogram, Brussels, 1929–1933, from King Albert I of Belgium, addressed to René Benjamin, with stamped envelopes Personal letters sent in gratitude for the various books presented by René Benjamin 15 February 1929 Dear Mr Benjamin, the fine copy of your book *Au Soleil de la Poésie sous l’oeil en fleur de Madame de Noailles* has arrived safely. The Queen and I would like to thank you for it; we were deeply touched by the charming dedication you so kindly added to your book. The evening when you spoke to the Brussels audience about Alphonse Daudet and *L’Arlésienne* left us with a very moving memory. It is with great enthusiasm that we read the opening lines you have dedicated to the great poetess... Enclosed: Autograph letter signed by Marie Boyer de Bouillane, lady-in-waiting and confidante to Henriette of Belgium, Duchess of Vendôme, sister of King Albert I; invitation to meet H.R.H.

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About the sale René Benjamin, the 20th-century Balzac scholar

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Auction time 10/06/2026 at 2:00 PM

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78 - Albert I, King of the Belgians (1875–1934) See original version (French)

78 - Albert I, King of the Belgians (1875–1934)
See original version (French)