English traveler, writer, and pioneer Egyptologist (1797-1875) often referred to as 'the Father of British Egyptology.' ALS signed “Gardner Wilkinson,” one page both sides, 3.5 x 4.25, no date. Handwritten response to an invitation, in full: "I regret that indisposition prevented me the pleasure of availing myself of your kind invitation yesterday. I am going I hope into the country to try what change of air will do & shall do myself the pleasure of calling on my return." Affixed by its second integral sheet to a slightly larger page and in fine condition.
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