Lot 39
Empress Eugénie - Consort of Napoleon III (1826-1920) Born a Spanish countess, she was the last Empress of the French (1853-1871). She served as Regent when Napoleon III was away and was a leader in fashion. LS ("Eugénie") as Empress, 1p, in French, with translation, 6¼" x 8", Paris, 1858 Feb. 24. To Cardinal Barnabo, addressing him as "my cousin," and assuring him that she was grateful and touched to have received his Christmas wishes and his prayers for the happiness of all those who were dear to her and assuring him of her esteem and affection. With a postcard photograph of the Chateau Hideus at Compiègne signed as Empress at the lower right edge, and with an engraving of Eugénie.
Estimated Value $300 - 500.
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