French naturalist writer (1850-1893) considered the greatest French author of short stories. ALS in French, signed “Maupassant,” two pages on two adjoining sheets, 4 x 6, no date but circa July 1888. Letter to the Countess Emanuela Potocka, in part (translated): "I have been in Paris since the night before yesterday, in bed, with my eternal migraine. My valet, whom I had sent for this morning, brings me your despatch, to which I could not reply. I really do not have a chance with you. Forgive me again and let me kiss your hands. Maupassant. I will spend three days in Normandy. I will come back Thursday or Friday and I will try to see you. If I do not succeed, I will do it again." Maupassant's short postscript extends onto the second integral sheet. In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope addressed in Maupassant's hand. Potocka was an important and fashionable saloniere in Paris, visited by the likes of Proust, Maupassant, and other literary and artistic figures of the day.
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