Leopold I. King of Belgium - Autograph Addressed Royal Envelope - 1919

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Autograph addressed royal envelope from 1919, hand-signed by Leopold I, King of Belgium, originally in French, size 22 × 16 cm, origin Belgium.

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An original, hand-addressed folded envelope from the diplomatic correspondence of the first King of the Belgians, addressed to the Austrian Prime Minister Prince Felix of Schwarzenberg.

Leopold I. (1790–1865), King of the Belgians. Hand-addressed folded envelope with a red wax seal, addressed to the “Most Distinguished Lord Prince of Schwarzenberg, President of the Council of Ministers, in Vienna.” In the lower left a handwritten sender note “Roi Léopold de Belgique.” Paper, unfolded approx. 22 × 16 cm.
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The recipient was Felix Prince of Schwarzenberg (1800–1852), Austrian Prime Minister and one of the most significant statesmen of the Habsburg Monarchy during the revolutionary period of 1848/49. The connection between the Belgian royal house and the Vienna government was of considerable diplomatic importance in the European state system of the 19th century. The envelope documents this high-ranking correspondence in authentic form.

Especially appealing are the fully intact calligraphic addressee and the red sealing wax seal on the back. Even without the originally contained letter, the piece represents an attractive testament to the European monarchies of the Vormärz era and the early post-revolutionary period.
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Overall, a very well-preserved folded envelope with a clean addressee and a well-preserved red sealing wax seal.

Seller's Story

About hq-books For many years, I have passionately dedicated myself to trading rare and antiquarian books. My focus is on literature, history, science, and culturally significant works from the 16th to the 20th century. Each book is carefully examined, described, and photographed to offer collectors authentic and high-quality items. If something does not meet your expectations, please contact me, and we will find the best solution together. I am delighted when my books find new lovers who appreciate the charm of old prints as much as I do.
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An original, hand-addressed folded envelope from the diplomatic correspondence of the first King of the Belgians, addressed to the Austrian Prime Minister Prince Felix of Schwarzenberg.

Leopold I. (1790–1865), King of the Belgians. Hand-addressed folded envelope with a red wax seal, addressed to the “Most Distinguished Lord Prince of Schwarzenberg, President of the Council of Ministers, in Vienna.” In the lower left a handwritten sender note “Roi Léopold de Belgique.” Paper, unfolded approx. 22 × 16 cm.
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The recipient was Felix Prince of Schwarzenberg (1800–1852), Austrian Prime Minister and one of the most significant statesmen of the Habsburg Monarchy during the revolutionary period of 1848/49. The connection between the Belgian royal house and the Vienna government was of considerable diplomatic importance in the European state system of the 19th century. The envelope documents this high-ranking correspondence in authentic form.

Especially appealing are the fully intact calligraphic addressee and the red sealing wax seal on the back. Even without the originally contained letter, the piece represents an attractive testament to the European monarchies of the Vormärz era and the early post-revolutionary period.
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Overall, a very well-preserved folded envelope with a clean addressee and a well-preserved red sealing wax seal.

Seller's Story

About hq-books For many years, I have passionately dedicated myself to trading rare and antiquarian books. My focus is on literature, history, science, and culturally significant works from the 16th to the 20th century. Each book is carefully examined, described, and photographed to offer collectors authentic and high-quality items. If something does not meet your expectations, please contact me, and we will find the best solution together. I am delighted when my books find new lovers who appreciate the charm of old prints as much as I do.
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Details

Era
1400-1900
Subject
History, Memorabilia, Politics
Number of books
1
Signed by
Leopold I. King of Belgium
Height
22 cm
Author/ Illustrator
Leopold I. King of Belgium
Width
16 cm
Title
Autograph Addressed Royal Envelope
Condition
Good
Year
1919
Language
French
Original language
Yes
Country of origin
Belgium
Autographed by a famous person
Yes
Details signature
Hand signed
Has certificate of authenticity
No
Sold by
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Objects sold
100%
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