King of France who seized Lombardy in his war against the Holy League, defeated and taken prisoner at Pavia, eventually losing Burgundy and Italy. DS, signed 'Francoys,' one page, 19.5 x 10.5, August 26, 1538. Untranslated French document, nicely signed by Francis I and countersigned by the King's chancellor 'Robertel.' An 8 x 2.75 area of paper loss to lower right edge, not affecting any text, expected document folds, one lightly affecting tops of letters of signature, small hole to right edge and some light toning, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.
