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Louis XVI

In the last year of his reign

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In the last year of his reign

King of France (born 1754) from 1774 to 1792. In the wake of increasing unrest that developed into full-fledged revolution, Louis and his queen, Marie Antoinette, were executed in 1793. Manuscript DS in French, one page slightly trimmed in size to 9.25 x 13.75, October 10, 1791. An order issued to the Treasurer General for payment of 6000 livres to S. Deroy for work connected with the forest of Fontainbleau. Trimming as noted, handling wear with a few creases and wrinkles, and a few small chips, holes, and edge separations, no faults affecting the large, clear signature, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.

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  • Dates: #344 - Ended April 15, 2009