French statesman. As foreign minister under the Directory, he helped to consolidate Napoleon's position as consul and emperor. Alarmed by Napoleon's ambitions, he resigned in 1807, becoming leader of the anti-Napoleonic faction. He became foreign minister under Louis XVIII, representing France with great skill at the Congress of Vienna. He then lived largely in retirement, but was Louis Philippe's chief adviser at the July Revolution, and was appointed French ambassador to England. ANS in French, signed 'Tallyrand,' one page, 4.5 x 3.25, no date. Short note to an unidentified recipient. In fine condition, with tape repairs to partial separations on reverse, some scattered light soiling and toning and several folds. RRAuction COA.
