Francis Burdett

Burdett, Francis

British politician (1770-1844). Autograph letter signed. [London], St. James's Place. 8vo. 1 page. Mounted on larger backing paper.
$ 236 / 220 € (92297/BN61342)

Addressed to the Whig politician Matthew Wood, sometime Lord Mayor of London, requesting a ticket for a celebration: "Pray tell me if it is very difficult to get a ticket for the dinner when Ld. [John] Russel[l] is to receive the City freedom [...]". - Somewhat brownstained. Mounted with a newspaper article and a wood-engraved portrait.

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