Jean-Jacques GRANDVILLE Signed Autograph Letter. Illustrations of La Fontaine

  

The Autographes des Siècles bookstore has been specializing in the sale of autographed letters and manuscripts for many years. Autographed letter signed to Jules Taschereau.

From another edition of La Fontaine, which is said to be built with the help of celebrities and luxury. Grandville is worried about rumors concerning a competing edition of La Fontaine that he must illustrate. It may be indiscreet of me to ask you for news and to try to find out the reasons why for more than three weeks I have not had the advantage of seeing you? However, I do not hide from you that I have heard some noises, some reports, which could in a way put me on the right track.

In short, by all modern means of success, there are talks of letters adorned by. If, on one hand, for me, competition is a hopeless, unbearable thing, it is also very possible that, on the other hand, for you it becomes a material impediment to the continuation of your enterprise.

At least, this is the only thing that can give me. Which you have closed on me since our last meeting.

Clear up my doubts, and consider that. I cannot undertake anything without being informed of your latest intentions regarding the work in question. I am here on guard, with my weapon ready, my pencil loaded, without being able to fire or disarm. So I will wait for your explanations and your command until then.

Yours truly With consideration and friendship. Check out our manuscripts The Autographes des Siècles Gallery specializes in the sale and expertise of autographed letters and manuscripts of great personalities from past centuries. Purchase / Payment methods We accept the following payment methods: Bank transfers and checks. The prices are in euros and are net.

We can also arrange shipments by private carrier upon request. Sales conditions In accordance with the practices of the International League of Antiquarian Booksellers, we accept a 14-day return guarantee. The return costs are the responsibility of the buyer.

About The pieces offered are all originals whose authenticity we guarantee. Our invoices serve as proof of authenticity of the pieces sold. However, upon request, we can provide a certificate of authenticity, for an additional fee.