737 - MICHEL MAZARIN (1605-1648)

MICHEL MAZARIN (1605-1648) Autograph letter signed ‘M. Archbishop of Aix’. fol. 2 p. Some ink damage. Michele Mazzarino, the younger brother of the French Cardinal Minister Jules Mazarin, studied theology in Rome and Bologna. Archbishop of Aix-en-Provence from 1645 until his death, he was appointed on the recommendation of his brother, who entirely controlled his career in order to serve French interests: he was thus appointed ambassador to Rome and, in 1647, was granted the cardinal’s hat (Cardinal-Priest of Santa Cecilia in Trastevere). Recalled by Jules Mazarin, he was sent as viceroy to Catalonia. Michele, together with the architect Jean Lombard, designed the district of Aix-en-Provence that bears his name, a remarkable example of 17th- and 18th-century architecture. Upon the buyer’s request, we are pleased to provide a general condition report for the Lot described above. However, as we are not professional conservators or restorers, we strongly advise prospective buyers to conduct their own inspection or consult a specialist or restorer of their choice for a comprehensive professional assessment. Any condition descriptions provided in the catalogue or through any correspondence are for guidance only and should not be considered a substitute for a firsthand evaluation. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD ‘AS IS’ IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE PUBLISHED IN THE CATALOGUE.