French cardinal and statesman (1585–1642) who served as chief minister from 1624 until his death, widely considered the world’s first prime minister. LS in French, signed “le Card de Richelieu,” one page, 8.25 x 11.5, June 20, 1630. Letter to "Monsieur Desizana." In part (translated): "Exempt from all lodgings and counsel of men of war, the houses and goods of the lady of Bassi…we forbid very expressly to all men of war, either on horseback or on foot, to lodge there, take, forage or carry away anything, nor even make any obstacle to her servants and other personnel whom she will send to her houses, either in going or in coming, which houses and goods we have put under the protection and safeguard of the King and of ourself." In fine condition, with intersecting folds (central vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), light foxing and soiling, a few small edge tears and tack holes to top, and bottom edge apparently slightly trimmed. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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