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[Louis XIV] A handwritten document consisting of 9 lines of text on parchment ordering the convening of the Estates General in Carcassonne. Parchment signed by the young Louis XIV (cabinet secretary?) dated December 10, 1647, countersigned by Henri du Plessis-Guénégaud. On the reverse: “for entry into the Estates of Languedoc for the town of Laurans.” Dimensions: 22.3 x 27.9 cm) Fine example. “By order of the King. Dear and beloved ones: By the decree of the Queen Regent [Anne of Austria], a most honored lady and mother, the convening and assembly of the Estates of our province of Languedoc is hereby ordered, to be held in our city of Carcassonne on the 10th day of February (?) next (…)
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Antique books, autographs, and various documents: Collection of Mr. L and othersAuction house
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