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John Henry Cardinal Newman Autograph Note Signed, 1888 "I regret to say I am too old to attempt to answer letters. Pray excuse me. I have no autograph now."
(CLEMENT XI) Fascinating copy of a letter from Count Rene Froulay de Tesse, French Marshall and Diplomat, Ambassador from France to the Holy See. Letter is untranslated, two sided, approximately 325 words. Penned in French and in beautiful condition. Possibly written to Clement between 1708 (when de Tesse was Ambassador to Rome) and the death of Clement in 1721. Discusses church-state relations with Austria, Spain and France. Makes reference to the "intrigues of Cardinal de Bouillon" (Emmanuel Thédore de la Tour d'Auvergne) and certain hostility toward the holy father. SEE auction house entry below. $ 300
Rene de Froulay Count of Tesse 1651-1725
(BENEDICT XIV) (Lambertini) Two drafts or copies of letters, amanuensis, dictated by Pope Benedict and recorded by Canonicus Angelo Arfelli, Cameriere Segreto e. Segret. di N.S. who was with Benedict from 1736 (Bologna) until the end of his papacy. One letter dated October 1753 and the other 1755. Both letters are addressed to Joannes (Jean) Bouget (1692-1775) who spent most of his life in Rome, was a linguist of repute and professor of Hebrew at the Sacra Congregatione Urbani de Progaganda Fide. Makes references to poems...possibly written by Bouqet or translated for the pope. Some minor paper loss on one letter not affecting text. Usual folds but, overall, in very good condition. With thanks to the distinguished dealer and author, Renato Saggiori, for his scholarship and assistance. $ 350 SALE PRICE $295
Benedict XIV Sends Greetings to H.R.H. Frederick Christian, Royal Prince of Poland and Electoral Prince of Saxony, son of Augustus II, King of Poland
(BENEDICT XIV) Attractove papal breve on vellum; 26 April 1756, to Prince Frederick Christian of the House of Saxony. Accomplished in a beautiful, clear, calligraphic hand. Bears usual folds and a few fine paper breaks that do not detract from this striking document. Signed at the conclusion by Cajetanus Amatus. (Mgr. Gaetano AMATO - born in St Severino, Salerno, July 13h 1689 - served as Domestic Prelate of Benedict XIV and his Secretary to the Briefs.) The language of this document is extremely Baroque and, therefore, not easily translated. Nota bene: There is some confusion as to whom the Spanish cardinal was mentioned in this breve. On 5 April 1756, Francisco Cardinal de Solis folch de Cardona was proclaimed by Benedict. There was no cardinal-archbishop for Cordoba at that time. However, Martin Barcia Carrascal was consecrated Bishop of Cordoba on 12 January 1756 by Pope Benedict XIV. $ 425 SALE PRICE $ 375 Translation follows: Benedict XIV to our most beloved son in Christ, greetings and apostolic benediction. Now that we have sent on his way the Cardinal of Cardoba of Spain, with his purple biretta, our beloved son, John Gaston Marcolinus, our dear chamber-servant, with our commands having been fulfilled, thinks that We should offer thanks to our august beloved son in Christ, your most illustrious and outstanding father, the Polish sovereign, and to you, our beloved son in Christ and to the whole household, and also to our beloved son, the German Michael Angel, your brother, whom he has seen again and embraces, and who has been given honors even as a youth. Therefore, my paternal love hardly overlooks this opportune occasion to greet you, beloved son in Christ,; therefore, we have diligently enjoyed him (John Gaston Marcolino?) that, finding you, offer every greeting in our name and that he amply support you in your good works with Our high regard. Your outstanding obedience to Us and to this Holy See, and your knowledgeable humanity toward all, but especially your extraordinary beneficence toward the already mentioned German, does not leave room for any doubt, but that you have not failed to heap praise on the illustrious John Gaston, and that you attend carefully to the offices by which his other German brother Mark Anthony Marcolinus/o, bears our seal of approval. To these testimonies of your kindness, you remain closely bound to Our will for you, as does the entire Marcolino household. Therefore, we refer to you all things acccepted as an opportunity (?). In assurance of which We invoke from the heart an apostolic benediction on you, our beloved son in Christ. Given at Rome in St. Mary Major, sealed with the ring of the Fisherman, on 26 April 1756, the sixteenth of our pontificate.
Rare Papal Edict With Episcopal Seals Credit: Vatican Secret Archives (Illustration purposes only)
Benedict XIV Sends Greetings to Francois-Armand, Prince de Rohan, Archbishop of Strasbourg, Five Days After Proclaiming Him a Cardinal
(BENEDICT XIV) Magnificent papal breve on vellum; dated 15 April 1747, to Francois-Armand de Rohan, cardinal de Soubise, prince de Tournon, prince de Rohan-Soubise (1717-1756). In pristine condition. Measure 26"x20" signed by Silvio Cardinal Passionei. Untranslated but, obviously, an important and lengthy letter. Cardinal de Rohan first served as abbot of Ventadour then of Saint-Epvre in the Diocese of Toul from 1736 and as abbot-prince of Murbach and of Lure in 1737. He was elected to the Academic Francaise in 1741, becoming coadjutor of Strasbourg a year later, then bishop in partibus of Ptolemaide in Palestine four months after that. He was made grand almoner of France in 1745. He became prince-bishop of Strasbourg in 1749 and abbot of La Chaise-Dieu the same year. he was the great-nephew of his predecessor, Armand Gaston maximilien de Rohan, for whom he was coadjutor. One of the nicest papal breves we have ever offered. Nota bene: Francois-Armand was a relative of the future Louis René Édouard Cardinal de Rohan who was implicated in the Affair of the Diamond Necklace (Marie Antoinette, Jeanne de Saint-Remy de Valois, Madame duBarry and Cardinal de Rohan). $ 375
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(BENEDICT XIV) (Lambertini) Papal breve addressed to Petrus Renatus Grignon of Andeganen (France) - now defunct diocese? We could find no reference to Grignon, although he is addressed in his document as Dilecto filio. Breve makes reference too censure, excommunication. May be some form of admonition to someone in the diocese of Andeganen. Merits further research. The calligraphy on this vellum document, measure 16.5"x7.75" is clear and striking. Document dated 19 September 1741 and signed by Domenico Silvio Cardinal Passionei (1682-1761) who served as camerlengo of the church. $ 295 SALE PRICE $225
(CLEMENT XIII) (Charles Rezzonico) Handsomely accomplished breve dated 1759, addressed to Jean-Francois de Montillet-Grenaud, archbishop of Auch. Concerns Anne Marie d'Aiguan, baron d'Orbessan. Signed at the conclusion by Domenico Silvio Cardinal PASSIONEI (1682-1761). Served as camerlengo of the church. Was considered a great opponent of the Society of Jesus and worked tirelessly for its suppression. He was the only cardinal whom Voltaire said he longed to become personally acquainted with. Reverse bears the wax-blind embossed seal of the archbishop of Auch, Jean-Francois de Montillet-Grenaud, and his signature in acknowledging receipt of the breve of Pope Clement. Fine condition. $ 295 SALE PRICE $225
(CLEMENT XIII) (Charles Rezzonico) Breve of Pope Clement XIII dated 27 August 1759; parchment; signed by Domenico Cardinal PASSIONEI (1682-1761). Document addressed to the Archbishop of Toulouse, Arthur de Dillon, allowing the Baronness Marie d'Orbessan (Marie d'Aignan, president of the parliament of Toulouse) to erect and maintain a private chapel in her residence. Breve side is dark and fresh with bold signature of Cardinal Passionei. Reverse bears only a fragment of wax seal. $ 295 SALE PRICE $225 (CLEMENT XIII) (Charles Rezzonico) Breve of Pope Clement XIII dated 19 July 1763; parchment; measure 16.25"x6". Counter-signed by Nicolo Maria Cardinal Antonelli (1698-1767). He was a learned canonist, ecclesiastical historian, and Orientalist. Prefect of the S.C. of Indulgences and Sacred Relics, 1760. Secretary of Apostolic Briefs, August 5, 1761. Bold dark signature. Excellent. $ 295 SALE PRICE $225
(CLEMENT XIV) (Ganganelli) (1704-75) Autograph Letter Signed, two pages with address panel. Penned by Giovanni Diaz Guerra (born 1726; created auditor of the Sacred Roman Rota in 1766 and probably served in some role as cameriere segreto di S. Santità). In Italian and Latin. Wrtten to the Professor Girolamo Ferri (1713-1786) of Faenza. Although we do not have Ferri's letter to Guerra, it may be assumed that he was seeking some manner of favor from the new pope as he was from the area of Faenza. Ferri was a highly respected scholar and author. Among his many celebrated works is a biography of Adriano Cardinal da Corneto. Penned just two weeks after Clement ascended the papal throne in 1769. Makes reference to the election of the new pope. Fascinating document by one of Clement's inner circle just days after his election. $ 350 SALE PRICE $275 The Guerra letter is intriguing and a bit ambiguous. Transation follows: "Keep the money for Easter...until you find yourself certain about when you will leave and don't take it with you, nor will you be informed ahead of time, since this 'blessed' woman shows herself to be fickle. In order to appeal to the enemies a truce has been called, and as long as they don't make any other moves, I think I will postpone everything. Anyhow, I thank you for your kind heart which you have shown to me and at a better time we will discuss the matter. "The brother departs tomorrow for Sogliano who will diligently ensure that the other inscriptions are provided of which you spoke. The election of the new Pope has proven to be generally agreeable, and it is believed also to please the princes across the mountains as it was hoped. I hope that He remembers you and your affairs since it is said that He much considers men of letters. You will see in this occasion of the election, if yo uhave a chance to come, either by means of a letter or by inscription. In Rimini they are doing great things to celebrate this occasion and want in all ways for the event to be theirs, because He was born in Sant' Angelo and because He wrote to the nobles of Rimini since he had been a cardinal. The people of Urbanti want him for themselves because he is a native of Sant'Angelo. We shall see who wins out. In the meantime, the people of Rimini have planned a three day celebration: fireworks, illumination of the public papalce and even some private residences. They have sent four deputies to Fabbri di Verucchio, the nephew from the Pope's sister and say that they want to send four more to Rome. On the whole they do it up big. In themeantime, I have transcribed for you the inscription posted in the cathedral on the occasion of the Triduum which is said to have been written by Doctor Bianchi." (Inscription on reverse follows) "Bishop Francisco de Castillanis, overseer of the Canons of the Divine Dove and the College of the Holy Church of Rimini, in the three day festival, solemnly applaud Pope Clement XIV Ganganelli, distinguished citizen of Rimini, and patron of the arts, who has happily and fortunately been elected and raised up to the great pontificate. Dated June 2nd and the following days, 1769." "Your most devoted friend, (signed) D. Guerra."Girolami Ferri, Longianesis; pro linguae latinae usu Epistolae Adversus Alambertium (1771) Praecedit Commentarius de Rebus et Gestis Scriptis Hadriani cast. cardinalis quo auctore primarily Latinitas restituta to Clementem XIV.
(PIUS VI) Papal brief (1785) addressed to Professor John Plunkett (a Dominican priest from Ireland). For many years, Plunkett held a Royal Chair of Theology at the Paris College of Navarre. The Plunkett Clan has deep roots in the history of Ireland. It is possible that Plunkett's great grandfather was St. Oliver Plunkett who was Archbishop of Armagh. This is some form of dispensation. Owing to religious persecution in Ireland Plunkett, like many of his Irish colleagues, was forced to abandon his country and seek sanctuary in France. Papal breve written and signed on behalf of Innocenzo Cardinal Conti by the substitute secretary for briefs, Bernardino Mariscotti. Overall measure 16"x7.75" on vellum. Very good. $200
(PIUS VI) Papal brief to a Camillo, ex principibus (member of nobility) residing in Rodi, province of Messina, Italy (where the church and hospital of St. John of Jerusalem are located). Appears to grant "oratorium privatum," -- private prayer. Older nobility requested permission to have a priest come to their home daily so they would not have to travel to church. This is the granting of such privilege. Dated 18 June 1795 and signed by Romuald Cardinal Braschi-Onesti (1753-1817) who served, for one year, as Camlerlengo of the College of Cardinals (1800-1801). $200
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(LEO XII) Papal breve dated 1828 addressed to the Archbishop of Rouen, France. A matrimonial dispensation. Signed by Bartolomeo Cardinal Pacca, Pro-Datary (1756-1844). Paper wax seal on verso. Some penciled mathematical notations (which can be removed). Usual folds. In very good condition. $ 200
Nota Bene: We have another papal breve of Leo XII, also signed by Cardinal Pacca, dated 9 August 1827. A marriage dispensation sent in care of the Archbishop of Rouen. $ 175
Oversized Religious Broadside Carmelite Order Signed by Fr. General Aloysius Laghius, 1759 This impressive, imprinted, religious broadside measures 15.5"x23" on vellum. It has several lines of handwriting and is signed at the conclusion by Fr(ater) Aloysius Laghius, General of the Carmelite Order, 1739. Document untranslated Latin.Heading states Nos. Fr. Aloyius Laghius Sacra Theologie Magister & Doctor, Humilis Prior Generalis, necnon Commissarius & Visitator Apostolicus tozius Ordinis Fratrum Beatissime Semperque Virginis DEI Genitricis Marie de Monte Carmelo Antique Observantia Regularis. The document appears to have been printed around 1752. Other than generalized foxing and a few minor chips, broadside is in particularly good condition with remants of cord closure still present. $ 300 SALE PRICE $225
QUALITY STEEL ENGRAVINGS From Artaud de Montaur's Lives of the Popes In very good to fine condition: $20 each
Pius VII (1829-40) Endorsement to Giovanni Francesco Cardinal Falzacappa, Prefect of the Apostolic Signature
PIUS VII (Pope from 1800-23) (Count Barnaba Niccolo Maria Luigi CHIARAMONTI). Document dated 1818 , one page, to the attention of Giovanni Francesco Cardinal Falzacappa, Prefect of the Apostolic Signature (1829-40). Makes reference to the recent death of Alessandro Cardinal Lante Montefeltro Della Rovere (1818) and the appointment of an abbot for St. Peter and Paul (a monastery?) The year before this was prepared, Pius suffered a fall which left him feeble. Nevertheless, he reigned for five more years. The same year of this document a concordat was reached establishing a greater church presence in Poland. Diplomatic relations with the court of England and the Holy See were also strengthened. Not signed with the formal Pius PP VII, but a variant of his handwritten signature on verso. In the hand of a secretary is penned: "To the attention of our Sir, Pope Pius VII. The pope has penned: Al Card. E Pro-Datario che ne parli – “to the cardinal pro-datarius in order that he speak with me concerning this matter.” (Authentication by distinguished dealer-author Renato Saggiori). Accompanied by a vintage steel engraving of Pius VII. $ 450 SALE PRICE $375
POPE ST. PIUS X Oversized Formal Portrait
(PIUS X, POPE SAINT) (1835-1914) Born Giuseppe Melchiorre SARTO. He was the 258th pope of the Catholic Church, serving from 1903-14. Pius was the first pope since Pius V (1566-72) to be canonised. He codified Catholic doctrines to inspire conformity in the church and rejected modernism. His most important reform codified church law in a central fashion. Pius was a pastoral pope, encouraging personal piety and a lifestyle of poverty and austerity. He combined within himself a strong sense of compassion, benevolence and poverty but also stubborness and a certain stiffness. He wanted to be a pastor and was the only pope in the 20th century who gave Sunday sermons every week. His charity was extraordinary, filling the Vatican with refugees from the 1908 Messina earthquake, long before the Italian government began to act. He rejected every manner of favor for his family. He often referred to his own humble origins, taking up the causes of the poor. "I was born poor, I have lived poor, and I wish to die poor." Considered a holy person by millions, public veneration of Pius began soon after his death. Extraordinary black and white litho print, full-length, formal portrait of Pius X, printed on heavystock board. The image measures nearly 18'x27". Given its size and quality, it is likely that the portrait was only distributed to major Catholic institutions for public display. It was published during Pius X's lifetime by Hel. de L'Instituto Italiano D'arti Grafiche Editeur A. Begame (Italie). There is a series notation of 2104. Below the formal portrait is a two line blessing in Italian with the Pope's signature (litho print, not original). While this is not an authentically-signed original, the size and quality of this official portrait is exemplary. A highly uncommon and desirable addition to any papal collection. $ 375 SALE PRICE $300 (Due to size a nominal additional sum will be charged for special preparation in the shipment of this portrait. Please inquire.)
Papal Maximum Stamp Cards and First Day Covers We have a variety of attractive papal maximum stamp covers and first day of issue covers ranging in price from $20-$40. These are excellent associative items to frame with letters and documents. Please inquire.
Pius IX - Mastai Ferretti Paul VI
Blessed Pius XI John XXIII
Julius II - Titian
Large Archive of Cardinalia at Significant Discount
We are pleased to offer a choice collection of letters, signed photographs, signatures and memorabilia of American and European cardinals. Some of the prelates represented in this archive: Charles Cardinal Erskine; Vincenso Cardinal Santucci; Terence Cardinal Cooke; Carlo Cardinal Confalonieri; Edward Cardinal Egan; Henry Cardinal Manning; Rainiero Cardinal d'Elcri; William Cardinal O'Connell; Richard Cardinal Cushing; among others. The collection has a retail, fair-market, value of over $1,750 and is being offered, as a complete lot, at significant discount. This rare opportunity to acquire an important collection is motivated by our desire to move in a different acquisition direction and to make a major contribution to benefit a charity that aids the less fortunate. The Hunthausen Fund was established in 2001 by Raymond Hunthausen, retired archbishop of Seattle It has been my privilege to know the good archbishop for over 35 years. Since its inception, the Fund has raised nearly $250,000 to help the working poor. This desirable collection comprises more than 30 items. Serious inquiries welcome. (CLEMENT XIV) Breve in the name of Clement written one month after being elected Pope. One page dated 12 July 1769. Possibly some form of granting of faculties to Jacob Francisco Massart. Ten line calligraphic breve on parchment, signed at the conclusion by Andrea Cardinal Negroni (1710-89). Created a cardinal in 1763. Named Secretary of Apostolic Briefs in 1767 (two years before this was written). Participated in the conclave that elected Clement XIV. Served as Pro-Prefect of the Tribunal of the Apostolic Signatures of Justice from 1770-87. Also participated in the conclave which elected Pope Pius VI. Document measures 16.5"x7". Other than usual folds is in very good condition. $ 295 SALE PRICE $225
Letters of popes have enjoyed increased interest as evidenced by recent auction records. In the past couple of years Heritage Galleries/Dallas has marked the sale of ALS, LS and DS material of popes: Innocent X - $1,925; Paul III - $4,500; Clement VIII - $1,673; Paul V - $4,200; Sixtus V - $1,700; and an astonishing $15,400 for a letter of Pope Urban VIII. More recently, Swann Galleries have sold the following papal documents: Adrian VI L.S. $2,500; Marcellus II, L.S. $3,750; Paul III L.S. $2,500. Currently, one auction house is selling a 5x7 color signed photograph of the late Pope John Paul I, (reigned for 33 days) with an auction estimate of $3-5,000. Maggs Bros. London is selling a Clement VII brief, 1529, for $1,298.
POPE PIUS XII Eugenio Pacelli (1876-1958) VATICAN CITY STATE - 19 December 2009 - According to sources within the Vatican, Pope Benedict XVI will, shortly, declare Pope Pius XII venerable, a step in the process of canonization. Despite objections from some Jewish groups which insist that the Vatican open WWII secret archives which are presently closed beyond 1939, it is felt that there exists compelling evidence that Pius exhibited "behind the scenes heroism" during the war. Pope Benedict also declared that his predecessor, John Paul II, will also be declared venerable although he has been dead less than four years.
Stunningly beautiful calligraphy and water-color on parchment apostolic benediction from Pius XII, dated 1950 (Holy Year). Granted upon Furey Ellis, a well-known Philadelphia insurance executive and philanthropist. Ellis was instrumental in the promotion of the Italian-American Congress. A stadium was erected in Philadelphia bearing his name. Other than some minor loss of water color pigment in small areas, the overall condition of this illuminated manuscript is very good. Accomplished in tones of burgundy, azure blue and gold. Bears the coat of arms of Pius XII at the top. An amazing iluminated document. Measure of this document is 10.5"x15". $ 795 Fourteen years before this papal blessing was granted, Mr. Ellis was appointed a Supernumerary Confidential Gentleman of Sword and Cape in the court of Pius XII -- serving, essentially, as a civilian counsellor to the pope and the Vatican. It long has been our policy to not render judgment on the individuals whose autograph material we sell. Nevertheless, we feel that history and time will exonerate Pius XII. Were the Vatican Secret Archives to change their policy on the release of contemporary historical material, it is quite possible that the record books would be rewritten in favor of Pius XII. Through his direct intercession, and that of many courageous clergy and laity in the Vatican, nearly one million Jews were given safe harbor during the War. Quiet diplomacy has its merits.
LEO XIII (1810-1903) Count Vincenzo Gioacchino Cardinal Raffaele Luigi Pecci. The 257th pope of the Roman Catholic Church who reigned from 1878-1903. At the time of his death at age 93, Leo had reigned for 25 years. Leo XIII's administration was marked by diligence, transparency and a more moderate approach to papal governance than that of his predecessor, Blessed Pope Pius IX. Leo was widely acknowledged to be a brilliant scholar-diplomat. Manuscript addressed to Monsignor Giuseppe Ferrari, Rome, dated 12 April 1858. (Ferrari --1811-1870 -- was Minister of Finances under Pius IX from 1854 until his death in 1870). Although not signed by Leo XIII, the document bears several lines of Leo's handwriting as archbishop of Perugia. Draft letter contains some interesting commentary on defrauding of pontifical finances. Merits further research. Accompanied by a steel engraving circa 1878. $ 250 SALE PRICE $150
Florence 1616 (Ephemera) We offer what appears to be some manner of official governmental broadside issued by the government of Florence. The broadside refers to a senate order of 25 April 1616 and seems to establish the rate of currency for certain regions. There are images of Jesus Christ on both sides of the document with some heraldic crest in the center with a coronet, thus indicating a ruling principality. The document bears staining and some creasing, is missing a wax seal, and there is a faint signature at the bottom Pierfrancesco Bucciano del officiale. $ 125
CASALI, ANTONIO CARDINAL (1715-1787) Vice camerlengo of the Catholic Church; Governor of Rome; Prefect of the Congregation for Good Government. Created a cardinal by Pope Clement XIV in 1773. Letter Signed, one-page with address panel reverse. Written amanuensis in Italian, dated 1784 from Rome. Addressed to the Governor of Soriano on routine financial matters. $ 85
CARANDINI, FILIPPO CARDINAL and CASTIGLIONE, GIOVANNI CARDINAL (1729-1810) Prefect for the S. Congregation for Good Government; Secretary of the Tridentine Council. Named a cardinal one year before this letter was signed. When the French occupied Rome in 1809, he was forced to seek refuge in Tolentino and, later, with his family in Modena. Earlier in his life, Carandini was Minister of Francesco II, Duke of Modena. Letter Signed, one page, 1788, Rome. Untranslated from Italian, written amanuensis but signed as Cardinal Carandini. Nota bene: the letter is co-signed by the future Giovanni Cardinal Castiglione (1742-1815). $ 85
FIRST CARDINAL ARCHBISHOP OF WESTMINSTER WISEMAN, NICHOLAS PATRICK CARDINAL (1802-65) First Archbishop of Westminster. Autograph Letter Signed, two pages, November 1858. Written shortly after his return from Ireland. Reads: My dear Donnel, Two ladies, near relations of mine, Mrs. Chapman and Miss Carroll are going to Rome and will spend a day or two at ...Will you show them any kindness you can, while there? I am quite sure you will, so I will say nothing more than that we got over quite beautifully and that I have been laid up ever since with influenza. Your affectionate Friend in X, N. Cardinal Wiseman. $ 135
Early in his priestly career he was appointed by Leo XIII to be curator of Arabic Manuscripts in the Vatican Library. He went on to serve as Rector of the Venerable English College from 1828-40. Created a cardinal in 1850. The year of this letter he authored Recollections of the last four Popes and of Rome in their times.
MORAN, PATRICK FRANCIS CARDINAL (1830–1911) Oversized steel engraving formal portrait of Moran as Archbishop of Sydney (1884-85). Fine condition and a handsome image. Bears a facsimile signature under the portrait and his heraldic crest. $ 50
Moran was the third Roman Catholic Archbishop of Sydney.. Unlike his English Benedictine encumbents, Moran was personally chosen by Pope Leo XIII. He was created a cardinal in 1885. After his death in 1911, aged 80, a quarter of a million people (the largest crowd ever to gather in Australia until that date) witnessed his funeral procession through the centre of Sydney. PERRAUD, ADOLPHE CARDINAL (1828-1906) French cardinal and academician. Autograph Letter Signed, four pages (panels of a two sided sheet) dated 1893, the same year in which Leo XIII named him cardinale in petto (which was published two years later). Untranslated from French. Penned on his blind-embossed heraldic stationery. Merits further research. $ 95
Authored several works including Contemporary Ireland, L'Oratoire de France au XVIIe siecle; Paroles de l'heure presente; Le Cardinal de Richelieu and several oratorical works. Named a bishop in 1874. He was actively concerned with the improvement of clerical studies. In this regard, his sermon (1879) on "the Church and light" caused a great sensation; after the Congress of Brussels (1894) Perraud was named honorary president of the Society for the Encouragement of Higher Studies among the Clergy. He was elected to the French Academy in 1882.
LEADING VATICAN COUNCIL FATHER
SUENENS, LEO JOSEPH CARDINAL (1904-96) Archbishop of Mechelen-Brussels from 1961-79. Named a cardinal in 1962. Suenens was a leading voice at Second Vatican Council and advocated, as did John XXIII, aggiornamento within the Church. Vintage signature accomplished in fountain pen. Small card with sufficient room for matting. Suenens has penned L.J. Kard. Suenens, Archbp. Mech. Brussels. Very good. Accompanied by a 4"x6" black and white glossy print with only fair contrast (formal portraits of Suenens are somewhat uncommon and seldom encountered on the market). An essential addition to any cardinal collection. $ 50 EGAN, EDWARD CARDINAL (1932- ) Archbishop-emeritus of New York; named a cardinal by John Paul II in 2001; retired 2009 and succeeded by Timothy Dolan. Typewritten Letter Signed, May 2009, on heraldic-crested stationery. Acknowledges well wishes following illness. In excellent condition. $ 65
Photograph for illustrative purposes only
GIBBONS, JAMES CARDINAL (1834-1921) Second American cardinal; archbishop of Baltimore; author and patriot. Autograph Quotation Signed and dated; small card; some generalized foxing and toning but writing still strong and clear. "May Noth and South America grow in closer ties of commercial and social intercourse. James Card. Gibbons, Archbishop of Baltimore, Jan. 30, 1905." Accompanied by a 8"x10" black and white, heavy-weight, matte-finish Bachrach reprint (a formal portrait of Gibbons). Professionally matted in a rich cardinal-red board. $ 175
SCHULLER, DR. ROBERT H . Self-Esteem: The New Reformation. Word Books, Waco, Texas, 1982. Brown boards. Book condition: Nearly fine. Dustjacket nearly fine. First Edition. Octavo. Signed by Dr. Schuller on front free endpaper. 177pp. $ 50 TUTU, Desmond (1931- ) Anglican archbishop emeritus of South Africa; Nobel Peace Prize winner; winner of the Albert Schweitzer Prize for Humanitarianism; author; opponent of apartheid. Tutu was the first black Anglican archbishop of Cape Town, Province of Southern Africa. Archbishop Tutu was generally credited with coining the term Rainbow Nation as a metaphor for post-apartheid South Africa after 1994 under African National Congress rule. The expression has since entered mainstream consciousness to describe South Africa's ethnic diversity. Tutu is widely regarded as "South Africa's moral conscience. Signed color photo measure 4.5"x6". "God bless you, Desmond Tutu, December 2002." UPDATE: Archbishop Tutu has announced his retirement from public life (7/22/2010). It is conceivable that availability of his autograph will decrease. In very good condition. $ 125
TUTU, DESMOND (1931- ) A superb 8"x10" matte-finish, sepia-tone, formal portrait of the archbishop. he has signed "God bless you, +D. Tutu, April 88." UPDATE: Archbishop Tutu has announced his retirement from public life (7/22/2001). It is conceivable that availability of his autograph may decrease. I n excellent condition. $ 250
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Payment Options PLACING AN ORDER – We distinguish between an inquiry and an order. If, however, we do not hear back from you on an inquiry, we can only assume you are not interested. Once an order has been placed, we actively remove merchandise from active inventory and reserve it. Thus it is not available to anyone else. PLEASE, if you place an order, remit payment within three business days or inventory returns to our catalogue. Repeated incidence of late or non-payment is not fair to existing a new clientele who may be interested in a particular item. We appreciate your understanding. We offer several flexible payment options:
If paying by check or money order, please send to the address at the top of the page. All items that we offer are subject to prior sale. Prices are in effect at the time of offering but may change without notice. New York residents must add 8.75%. Telephone inquiries welcome Mon-Sat 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. (EST). You may also email us at weekesautographs.com New clients who have not established a relationship with us, and who pay by personal check, are asked to wait seven to 10 days for drafts to clear our bank before merchandise is shipped. PayPal is a widely-accepted, fully-secure method of sending monies worldwide. Many of our clients already use PayPal. Not only does PayPal send confirmations of money transfers but it also provides buyer and seller with a detailed record of transactions for accounting purposes (especially helpful for insurance purposes). Although we guarantee everything that we sell, PayPal also offers added protection to buyers. Important – please note: If you purchase anything from our catalogue sampling, using the PayPal Buy It Now link below, it will be necessary to confirm the shipping and insurance fees before processing your payment. Please first contact us by telephone or e-mail to determine what these additional fees will be. We generally ship via U.S. Postal Service: priority mail, certified or insured. While the majority of our clients are within the continental United States, we also have clients in Europe and Asia. Please understand that shipment overseas will be Air Parcel Post, with shipping rates variable depending upon the country of delivery. Layaway – Young people and those on a limited budget find layaway an excellent means of acquiring material. Our terms are simple. On purchases of $200 or more, a client may place an item or items on 90-day layaway with a one-third, non-refundable deposit. Equal payments are due at 60 and 90 days, at which time material is shipped. All material remains our sole property until such time as the terms of layaway are fully met. There is no additional charge for layaway.
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