ALS in French, signed “L. Pasteur,” one page, 5.25 x 8, December 5, 1871. Handwritten letter to Monsieur Pingard, with a note that his son would like to attend the performance at the Amphitheatre del’Est next Thursday. Pasteur would be very grateful if he could allow his son entry. In part (translated): "My son will present you with this note, expressing his keen desire to gain entry to the Amphitheatre del’Est for Thursday’s session." In fine condition, with light show-through at the top corners from old mounting remnants on the back. Pasteur’s son, Jean-Baptiste (1851–1908), would later enter diplomatic service.
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