Authentic Autograph Letter Signed (A.L.S.) by Louis LÉPINE (1846–1933)

  

Renowned Prefect of Police of the Seine department, creator of the Criminal Investigation Brigade and founder of the famous Concours Lépine invention competition.

Document description:
Signature: A magnificent, large handwritten signature: “Louis Lépine”.
Content: A personal letter addressed to a “dear old friend”, expressing his regret at being unable to attend his granddaughter’s wedding due to his official duties.
Note: A postscript at the bottom reads: “It goes without saying that my apologies also extend to Madame Dabbé. The writing in black ink is perfectly legible, and the document is neatly mounted on a presentation mat.

Delivery: Carefully packaged in a rigid protective sleeve and sent with tracking. In-person collection is also possible.