Eccentric king of Bavaria (1864–1886) whose extravagant tastes, generous patronage of the arts, and penchant for exquisite castles (one of which, Neuschwanstein, was the model for Cinderella’s castle at Disneyland), nearly drained the royal treasury before he finally succumbed to insanity. LS in German, signed “Ludwig,” one page, 7.75 x 9.5, January 22, 1881. Untranslated letter, boldly signed at the conclusion in black ink by Ludwig. A uniform shade of toning, bisecting folds, affecting first letter of signature, and tape remnants to integral second page, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.
