Infamous French courtesan (1743–1793) who was the last mistress of Louis XV. Accused of aiding emigres from the Revolution, she was imprisoned, tried, and executed during the Reign of Terror. Untranslated manuscript DS in French, signed “La Comtesse du Barry,” one page, 6.5 x 4.25, March 9, 1790. Double-matted and framed with an engraved portrait to an overall size of 11.75 x 17. In very good condition, with scattered soiling, toning to edges, a wrinkle or thin tear to lower right, and the signature light but legible. An uncommon piece from the French Revolution. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.
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