English statesman (1520–1598) and chief advisor to Queen Elizabeth I for most of her reign. Untranslated LS in Old English, signed “W. Burghley,” one page, 8 x 11.75, circa late 1500s. Handsomely mounted, matted, and framed with an engraved portrait to an overall size of 20.5 x 35.5. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, overall creases, and scattered foxing. Oversized. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.
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