$305
Autograph document signed as Pope ("Pius PP ix"), one page, on a bifolium, with official papal seal, March 2, 18(61? ). Written as the base of a letter to Emile H. Renault, a French lawyer, who petitions for indulgences and to have Mass celebrated in his apartment. The upper portion of the letter in the hand of Renault, comprises a request for indulgences. The Pope writes a three-line note, granting the petitions. Born Giovanni Maria Mastai-Ferretti, his 32-year reign (1846-death in 1878) is the longest in Roman Catholic history. Creased in fourths from folds; four tape repairs; some loss to the fore edge; 1-inch tape-repaired tear beneath seal; otherwise sound. Framed and matted. 10 1/2 x 8 inches.
Auctioneer:
Leslie Hindman Auctioneers
Date:
2011-04-05
