Sister-in-law of Napoleon Bonaparte (1783–1837) and mother of Napoleon III. ALS in French, signed “Hortense,” one page, 5.25 x 8, August 23, 1836. Hortense sends greetings and personal news and wishes the recipient a pleasant voyage. In very good condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold through signature), scattered wrinkling, and a few faint spots to text. The writing is dark throughout. R&R COA.
