856 - NICHOLAS I (1825–1855), Emperor of Russia

NICHOLAS I (1825–1855), Emperor of Russia Signed letter to Auguste Frédéric Louis Vies de Marmon. In French. Saint Petersburg. November 10, 1827. In French. Nicholas I’s autograph signature at the end of the text. [1] p. on a double leaf; 24 x 19.6 cm Expresses gratitude for the congratulations on the birth of his second son. On 21 September 1827 the fifth child and second son of Emperor Nicholas I and Alexandra Feodorovna was born: Grand Duke Konstantin Nikolaevich (1827-1892). Auguste Frédéric Louis Viesse de Marmont, Duke of Ragusa (1774-1852), was a French military commander, statesman and diplomat, and one of Napoleon’s most prominent associates. He was the last of Napoleon’s marshals to die. In 1826 he was France’s official representative in Moscow at the coronation of Emperor Nicholas I. 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.