German naturalist and explorer (1769-1859) who wrote Kosmos, a massive five-volume study which attempted to unify the various branches of man's knowledge. Hand-addressed envelope panel, 6.25 x 4.75, addressed by Humboldt to a high official and signed in the lower left corner, "A. v. Humboldt." In fine condition, with a seal-related stain at center.
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