Lot 96
Napoleon I (1769-1821) French military and political leader; Emperor of the French from 1804 to 1815. Autograph Note Signed "Np" as Emperor, 12½ x 8", Paris, Mar. 31, 1811, at the head of a letter to him from Count Louis Molé (1781-1855) a member of the Council of State. Molé expresses concern that owing to lack of funds, the work on the Cher canal [the Cher is a river in central France] is about to be suspended. He asks for confirmation of the decision and blames the problem on the owners not abiding by the original decree to provide the sinking fund. Napoleon's holograph note refers the matter to the Interior Ministry to suggest means of supplementing the money and helping the owner who only has a local interest in it. Anything handwritten by Napoleon is rare. His signature has a typical large blot below it. Louis-Mathieu, Count Molé was an important advisor to Napoleon, including on "Jewish affairs." He became auditor to the Council of State in 1806, and minister of justice in 1813. Louis XVIII made him a peer of France and he served as prime minister under Louis Philippe.
Estimated Value $2,000 - 2,500.
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