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Salomon August Andrée Autograph Letter Signed

The rarest of the polar explorers, Swedish balloonist S. A. Andrée

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The rarest of the polar explorers, Swedish balloonist S. A. Andrée

Swedish engineer, physicist, aeronaut and polar explorer who died while leading an attempt to reach the Geographic North Pole by hydrogen balloon (1854-1897). ALS signed “S. A. Andree,” one page, 5.25 x 8.25, March 23, 1896. Handwritten letter from Stockholm regarding a publication, in full: "I see no way to prevent the publicity spoken of. A daily paper in Sweden is already intitled to each publication and I suppose that some foreign daily paper will get the same rights. A circular is here inclosed. The drawing in graphic is false and extremely stupid. My photograph you can get in London at Elliot and Fry, Baker Street." In fine condition, with a few light creases.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Fine Autograph and Artifacts
  • Dates: #633 - Ended April 13, 2022





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