Benton, Thomas Hart, 1782-1858; Letters; Sealing-wax; Astor, John Jacob, 1763-1848;
In this letter, marked "Private," Benton mentions that he has taken interest in the questions that the recipient of this letter has asked, but cannot answer them himself. Benton advises this person to direct his queries toward Astor. Benton closes...
Beranger, Pierre Jean de, 1780-1857; Letters; Sealing-wax; Seals (Closures)
In this letter, written in French, Beranger writes his friend, Quenescourt, about his recent socializations. Beranger writes with a playful tone to his friend and mocks several of their mutual friends. The letter, written in ink, is written on...
Beranger, Pierre Jean de, 1780-1857; Letters; Seals (Closures); Sealing-wax
Beranger begins his letter by lightly mocking his friend's laziness, then goes on to reassure Guyardin that his thoughts are often with him. He remarks that he would like to visit Guyardin. The letter is written on fairly transparent paper, and has...
Beranger, Pierre Jean de, 1780-1857; Letters; Seals (Closures); Sealing-wax
In this letter, written in French, Beranger tells his friend that he has arrived in Paris. He then asks for his friend's address so he can visit his wife. The letter, written in ink, is written on transparent paper that is stained around the edges...
Bruns writes to inform the recipient that he has finished a poem. The letter is written in ink on lined transparent paper that is stained around the edges and creases. The papers form a self-made cover sealed with red wax.
Campbell announces the birth of his son. He describes his overwhelming happiness, despite being ill. The letter is written in ink on beige. The letter has a self-made cover, which was sealed with dark red sealing wax.
