French civil planner (1809–1891) whose name is associated with the rebuilding of Paris. LS in French, one page, 8 x 12.5, Prefecture du Departement de la Seine letterhead, August 12, 1865. Letter to Monsieur Dantan, in part (translated): "I have the honor to inform you that by a decree of the 11th of this month I entrust to you the execution of six statues for the decoration of the facade of the Church of Saint-Laurent…Before taking up your duties, please take the instructions of M. Baltard, architect-director in charge of the superior inspection of the fine arts In fine condition, with a light crease to the upper right corner. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.
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