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Pope Clement XI (Albani) Manuscript in His Handwriting
CLEMENT XI (Giovanni Francesco Albani - 1649-1721). Born into a noble family which established itself in northern Albania in the 15th entury. Albani served as governor of Rieti and Urbino and was later created a cardinal-deacon of S. Maria in Aquiro by Pope Alexander VIII, whom he succeeded as pope on November 23, 1700. He was renowned for enriching the Vatican library with numerous Oriental codices and patronaged the first archeological excavations in the Roman catacombs. In his native Urbino, Clement restored numerous buildings and founded a public library. We are pleased to present a fully handwritten, draft (unsigned) document of Pope Clement XI, (Giovanni Francesco ALBANI) penned three years before his death on 21 August 1718. This 17-line manuscript is penned on one side of a folded sheet that bears a notation in another hand on the verso making reference to both Clement XI and Cardinal Paolucci. We have carefully examined this manuscript which compares favorably with numerous examples in the digital archives of Library Oliveriana, Archivio Albani. The document is in remarkably good condition with the handwriting bold and dark. We are continuing to research this document and welcome your inquiries.
FASCINATING 1645 MANUSCRIPT FROM THE COURT OF KING PHILIP IV OF CASTILE AND ARAGON
We are pleased to offer an early 17th Century manuscript dated 1645. This is a handwritten calligraphic document on vellum in vellum covers bound with yellow and red hemp cords (papal colors?). While untranslated, this 26-page document makes several references to King Philip IV of Castile and Aragon. The introductory page includes the royal coat of arms of the House of Habsburg. There are several signatures at the conclusion of the document and a post-script of several lines. The manuscript was aquired from the Paris auction house of Charavay in the 1920s and has not been on the market since that time. It was incorrectly catalogued as being from the pontificate of Paul V (1604) but has been verified as 1645. This may be some form of concordat between The Holy See and the Court of Philip IV or an administrative document in the name of Philip IV. There are references to Trinidad, Granada, Don Pedro Vaca de Herrera, treasurer general, as well as Don Gaspar de Robles. Given its age, the manuscript is in very good condition. Nota bene: We are in the process of having this document translated by an expert in Palaeography. We believe that this document may have historical importance but, as an example of early 17th century court calligraphy, it is a visually beautiful manuscript. $ 2,800
(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. Merits further research. $ 450
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
Fascinating Archive of Letters Dictated by Benedict XIV to His Personal Secretary
(BENEDICT XIV) (Lambertini) Lot of five letters of Benedict XIV that were dictated to his secretaries, the drafts of which were then placed in a bound volume (gilt edges) and subsequently removed. These letters incorporating Latin and Italian, on two-page journal sheets, date from 1752-1757 (laid paper with the papal watermark). All of the letters appear to be addressed to the same prelate and, interestingly, are dated the feast of St. Mary Major in December of the particular year. Hence these may be the exchange of Christmas greetings. One letter, dated 31 December 1757, is longer and discusses various matters. Two letters dated 1753 and 1755 make reference to Monsignor Piccolomini who probably served in camera di sua santita. Nota bene: from 1753-1755, Giovanni Angelo BRASCHI served as personal secretary to Benedict. SOLD
(BENEDICT XIII) (Orsini ) Papal breve granting plenary indulgences to the faithful of Freising, Germany. Measure 15.5"x5" on vellum. Clear, crisp calligraphy in excellent condition. Signed at the conclusion by Fabio Cardinal Olivieri (1658-1738). Olivieri was a cousin of Pope Clement XI. Served as secretary of apostolic briefs beginning in 1700. $ 250
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. $ 500
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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. $ 250
(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. $ 350
(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. $ 250 (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. $ 250
(CLEMENT XIV) (Ganganelli) (1704-75) Autograph Letter Signed, two pages with address panel. Penned by Giovanni Diaz Guerra, Cameriere segreto di S. Santità. Italian (untranslated). Wrtten to the Abbott Girolamo Ferri of Faenza regarding the erection of a moment to Pope XIV. Penned just two weeks after Clement ascended the throne, 1769. Merits further research. Excellent condition. $ 450
(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). Very good condition. $ 395
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(PIUS VI) Papal brief to Marchio Antonius Cremonen dated 17 April 1787. Signed at conclusion by Romoaldo Cardinal Braschi-Onesti (nephew of Pius VI on his mother's side); elevated to the cardinalate in 1778. Served as referendary of the Tribunals of the Apostolic Signature of Justice and Grace. Named prefect of the Apostolic Palace 1780. Named grand prior of the Sovereign Order of Malta in Rome, 1784. Untranslated. Very good condition. $ 395
(PIUS VI) Autograph endorsement dated 26 November 1782, concerning Luisa Bardini (Fenzi) of Florence, a noblewoman. Appears to be some form of dispensation. It has been approved by signature of Giambattista Cardinal Rezzonico (1729-1783) who was a nephew of Pope Clement XIII. Bears Rezzonico's bold signature and his wax-blind embossed seal which is near perfect. $ 300
(BENEDICT XIV) (Prospero Lambertini) - Uncommon papal ephemera with rare woodcut image of Benedict. Dated 2 January 1741; overall measure 10"x14". In addition to woodcut image and side stamped floral panels in magenta, the document bears a wax-blind embossed seal -- possibly of a cardinal. We cannot say for certain if a cardinal prefect of the Apostolic Camera signed the document. Nevertheless, this is a beautiful imprint perfect for framing. SOLD!
(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. $ 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
Pius VII Endorsement (1829-40) 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. $ 550
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 (Due to size a nominal additional sum will be charged for special preparation in the shipment of this portrait. Please inquire.)
d'ELCI, RAINIERO CARDINAL (1671-1761) Italian cardinal. Entered papal service in 1700 and held several offices both in the Roman Curia and the papal territorial administrator. Served as Inquisitor of Malta from 1711-1716. Consecrated titular archbishop of Rodi in 1730. Served as apostolic nuncio in Frnce from 1731-38. Pope Clement XII created d'Elci a cardinal on December 20, 1737, but did not publish it until the following June. That same year, d'Elci was named archbishop of Ferrara an office he held until 1740; he was then legate in that city. In 1747, d'Elci was transferred to the see of Sabina then Porto e Santa Rufina. He became Dean of the Sacred College of Cardinals upon the death of Pietro Luigi Cardinal Carafa on December 15, 1755 and, as such was transferred to the see of Ostia e Velletri (property of the dean). Presided over the papal conclave of 1758. In spite of his then advanced age, he received several votes during the conclave. He is buried in Santa Sabina, Rome. Autograph Letter Signed, 1747, one page. One half of the letter is written in his hand and the remaining in another hand. Fine condition. Untranslated. See image. $ 275
Intriguing Three Page Manuscript of Scottish-Italian Papal Diplomat to the Court of King George III
(Image for Illustrative Purposes Only) ERSKINE, CHARLES CARDINAL (1739-1811) Italian-Scottish papal diplomat and cardinal. The son of the Earls of Kellie and Mar, Scotland. he was educated by Cardinal Henry, Duke of york, at the Scots College, Rome, and was afterwards a successful advocate, becoming Doctor of Laws in 1770. Pope Pius VI made him pro-auditor and Promoter of the Faith in 1782, also a domestic prelate, canon of St. peter's, and dean of the college of consistorial advocates. In 1793, Erskine was sent as papal envoy to England. by his tact erskine established excellent relations with the Court and the ministry, diminished the dissensions among Catholics, and avoided stirring up any anti-Catholic demonstration. During his stay in London, Erskine was named auditor by the pope and, in 1795, was awarded additional powers as envoy extraordinary. He left London in 1801 and returned to Rome where, in January 1803, he was created a cardinal. As a member of the Propaganda he was still useful to English Catholics and was made protector of Scotland. On the French invasion of Rome in 1808, Erskine was made pro-secretary of Briefs, and was shut up in the Quirinal Palace with the pope. Nota bene: Cardinal Erskine was the principal orator at the funeral of Pius VI. This letter cites the year 1808 at the apex of the conflict between Napoleon and the Holy See. Cardinal Erskine also references Stefano Cardinal Borgia who was the prefect of the Congregation for the Propagation of the Faith. During the French invasion of Rome (1797-98) Cardinal Borgia also was arrested but quickly released. From the time Pius sent Erskine to England as envoy, until his death, Erskine and Cardinal Borgia maintained close ties. Borgia oversaw missionary efforts and Erskine was a kind of auditore for the missions while an envoy. There is much historical correspondence between Erskine and Borgia while the former was in England and through the time he departed the court of St. James, through Paris, where he met Napoleon and members of his cabinet, on the way to Rome to accept his red hat. ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND: When Pius VII was taken prisoner, Erskine was allowed to go free, but his property was now seized and he would have been reduced to beggary if his Protestant relations had not made him an allowance. In 1809 Napoleon ordered Erskine to Paris and though ill, he was forced from Rome in 1809. Shortly after his arrival in Paris, Erskine fell into a gradual decline and soon died. He was buried in the church of Saint-Genevieve, now the Pantheon. This letter is written in Italian but not signed by Erskine. Possibly a page is missing. Three pages, written between 1808-11. Addressed to an Illustrious Gentleman (layman). Business letter from the cardinal concerning a debt owed on the rent of a house, and refusing a request to lower the rent. The person (unnamed) renting the house misunderstood the fee, but the amount was established by Cardinal Borgia and the Congregation for the Faith. Erskine apologizes for the misunderstanding while reiterating that the rent cannot be changed. He offers his blessings and hopes to remain in good standing with the tenant.Manuscript is accompanied by a contemporary reprint of Anglo-Roman Papers, 1890, by William Maziere Brady. This interesting little volume includes Memoirs of Cardinal Erskine, Papal Envoy to the Court of George III. $ 200 (price reduction from $400).
MATHIEU, FRANCOIS-DESIRE CARDINAL (1839-1908). Mathieu authored Devoir des Catholiques, an episcopal charge that attracted wide attention and earned commendation from the pope. He was subsequently summoned to Rome in 1899 and served in several congregations and conducted secret papal diplomatic negotiations. He was one of several authors on the Concordat of 1801 and participated in the papal conclave of 1903. In 1907, Mathieu was admitted to the French Academy with a discourse he had written. Mathieu died in London where he had gone to participate in the Eucharist Congress. Two sides of a correspondence card, 1904, with an image of the Villa Wolkonsky, Rome, where Mathieu resided. Responds to someone with a refererence to Pope Innocent III. $ 125
MONESCILLO Y VISO, ANTOLIN CARDINAL (1811-97) Archbishop of Toledo, Spain; formerly Bishop of Jaen; elevated to cardinal 1884; participated in the First Vatican Council. Letter Signed; three-page letter written amanuensis and signed by Antolin as Bishop of Jaen.; 22 February 1875. Addressed to Manuel Alonso Martinez (1827-91) who, among other roles, was the Minister of Finance, Grace and Justice from 1855-88; instrumental in pursuing the codification of Spanish civil law. Untranslated Spanish. Other than usual folds, letter is in pristine condition. Merits further research as it appears to focus on ecclesiastical and juridical matters. Bears the stamp of the Bishop of Jaen and the Ministry of Grace and Justice. $ 125
(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. $ 425
Potentially Significant Letter on Church-State Relations in Spain
BARRIO-FERNANDEZ, MARIANO BENITO CARDINAL (1805-76) Archbishop of Valencia, Spain; formerly Bishop of Cartagena; elevated to cardinal 1873. Letter Signed; three-page letter written amanuensis and signed by Fernandez as Bishop of Cartagena; 23 March 1855. Addressed to Manuel Alonso Martinez (1827-91) who, among other roles, was the Minister of Finance, Grace and Justice from 1855-88; instrumental in pursuing the codification of Spanish civil law. Other than usual folds, letter is in pristine condition. Untranslated Spanish. This letter mentions Pope Pius IX and a concordat with the government of Spain. The first major confrontation between the church and the state occurred during the presidency of Benito Juárez (1855-72). The 1855 Juárez Law drastically reduced traditional ecclesiastical privileges. On March 11, 1857, a new constitution was adopted that denied all ecclesiastical entities the right to own real estate and abolished most remaining ecclesiastical privileges. On July 12, 1857, Juárez confiscated all church properties, suppressed all religious orders, and empowered the state governors to designate what buildings could be used for religious services. Mexico's first religious civil war was fought between 1857 and 1860 in reaction to the legislation This letter may be a restating of the the Holy See’s rights with respect to the clergy and faithful of Spain. Merits further research. $ 175
SANTUCCI, VINCENSO CARDINAL (1796-1861) Italian cardinal. From 1853-54 he served as cardinal deacon of Santi Vito, Modesto e Crescenzio. Two years later he was appointed Prefect for the Congregation of Studies. Document Signed, two pages, 20 April 1860 (while prefect and one year before his death). Italian untranslated. Large folio in beautiful condition. $ 150
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. Overall measurement of this document is 10.5"x15". $ 950 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.
Papal Maximum (Postal) Cover (CLEMENT VI) Heavy cardstock image to which a cancelled Vatican City State stamp has been attached (same image). In very good condition. $18.00 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 superb steel engraving circa 1878. $ 250
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. $ 175
BAGGIO, Sebastiano Cardinal (1913-1989) Roman Catholic Cardinal. One of the most important and powerful bishops in the Catholic Church in the 1970's and 1980's. Considered papabile. He became secretary of state under Pope John Paul II, and was one of his most important advisors. Signed 5x7 color photograph. $ 75
BAUDRILLART, Alfred-Henri-Marie Cardinal (1859-1942), French prelate of the Roman Catholic Church. He served as Rector of the Catholic Institute of Paris from 1907 until his death, and was elevated to the cardinalate in 1935. Autograph Letter Signed, four pages, 4-1/4 x 7 in., 1907, on letterhead imprinted 4 Qua des Celestine. Untranslated from French but, apparently, an important letter about contemporary difficulties of French Catholicism. Baudrillart was a member of Academie Francais and one of the most important French prelates of the century He also was personal chaplain to dramatist Paul Claudel. Accompanied by unsigned photograph, black/white glossy, circa 1920. Merits further research. This letter was written while Braudillart was a professor of history at the Institute in 1907. He subsequently became Rector, a post he held until death. Braudillart was named Vicar General of the Archdiocese of Paris in 1918. He was consecrated auxiliary bishop by Pius X and created a cardinal by Pius IX in 1935. $ 125
Henri Marie Alfred Cardinal Baudrillart
BAUDRILLART, ALFRED HENRI MARIE CARDINAL (1859-1942), French prelate of the Roman Catholic Church. Served as Rector of the Catholic University Paris from 1907 until his death. Elevated to the cardinalate in 1935. Baudrillart was a member of the distinguished Academie Francaise and Archbishop of Melitene (appointed 1928). Untranslated from French but, apparently, a cordial note on his engraved calling card to French writer, literary critic and historian Jacques Boulenger (1870-1944). Boulenger was a specialist in Medieval literature and the Renaissance who adapted several novels of the Roudn Table (Lancelot legend of King Arthur) and published the complete works of Rebelais. He aso authored several studies including one on the poet Emile Henriot, on Marceline Desbordes-Valmore, Nostradamus, Gerard de Nerval, Jean-Paul Toulet as well as on dandyism. $ 50
STELLAR SIGNED STUDIO PORTRAIT Future American-Cardinal Saint?
COOKE, Terence J. Cardinal, (1921 - 1983) American cardinal, the tenth bishop (seventh archbishop) of the Roman Catholic archdiocese of New York. He was born in New York, entered St. Joseph's Seminary, Dunwoodie in 1940 and was ordained a priest on December 1, 1945. He was appointed Auxiliary Bishop of New York on September 15, 1965, and ordained a bishop on December 13, 1965 with the titular see of Summa. He was appointed Archbishop of New York on March 2, 1968 and appointed Archbishop for the Military Services on April 4, 1968. He was elevated to Cardinal on April 28, 1969, and served as archbishop until his death from cancer. He is interred in the crypt under the altar of St. Patrick's Cathedral. In 1988, he was posthumously awarded the F. Sadlier Dinger Award by William H. Sadlier, Inc. for his outstanding contributions to the ministry of religious education in America. Cardinal Cooke quietly endured great physical suffering in his final years, known only to his closest advisers. He was widely regarded as a holy person during his episcopacy; the cause for his canonization is under way. As of 1992, he is now a "servant of God". Striking 8”x10” Conroy color litho print formal portrait of His Eminence, which is nicely signed in peacock blue ink on the lower white mount. Other than minor corner creases, (would mat out) the photograph is magnificent and uncommon in this form. $ 125 Nota bene: This is one of the images Cardinal Cooke favored; taken by Conroy of New York while Cooke was still archbishop, but signed after being proclaimed a cardinal. With sincere thanks to Monsignor Francis Seymour of Seton University for the clarification.
COOKE, TERENCE CARDINAL - We also have a fine signature penned in peacock blue fountain pen ink on a small card. Room for matting. $ 50 CICOGNANI, AMLETO G. CARDINAL - (1883-1973) Longtime papal secretary of state and Dean of the College of Caridnals. Typewritten Note Signed in the form of a Christmas card; no date, presumably Rome. Accompanied by a heavyweight 8"x10" black and white, litho-print photograph of the prelate when he was Apostolic Delegate to the United States. $ 100
CONFALONIERI, CARLO CARDINAL (1893-1986) Italian cardinal. Served as the Prefect of the Congregation for Bishops from 1967-73 and Dean of the College of Cardinals from 1973 until his death. Elevated to the cardinalate in 1958. As Dean, Confalonieri led the funeral masses for Paul VI and Pope John Paul I. Signed card with his name imprinted at the top. Fine. $ 50
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 HAYES, PATRICK J. CARDINAL (1867-1938) American cardinal and fifth archbishop of New York. Considered the founder of American Catholic Charities. Engraved calling card, measure 4.25"x2.75". Signed in full with title of office. Some minor foxing but, overall, in very good condition. Acquired October 9, 1936. $ 150
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." 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." In excellent condition. $ 245
MANNING, Henry Edward Cardinal (1808-92) Celebrated convert from the Church of England to Catholicism; went on to become Archbishop of Westminster. Greatly admired for his love of the common man; instrumental in ending the London dockstrike. Vintage Woodburytyped image, circa 1876-1883 as published in "Men of Mark: A Gallery of Contemporary Portraits of Men Distinguished in the Senate, the Church, in Science, Literature and Art, the Army, Navy, Law, Medicine, etc." This is an image from life by Lock and Whitfield (London). One of the nicest images we have ever offered of this distinguished prelate. $ 95
MANNING, Henry Edward Cardinal (1808-92) Celebrated convert from the Church of England to Catholicism; went on to become Archbishop of Westminster. Autograph Letter Signed, one page, Archbishop's House letterhead; November 23, 1885. Believe to be written to William Henry Smith (1825-1891) twice Secretary of State for War and, later, First Lord of the Treasury and Leader of the House of Commons. Letter reads: "My dear Mr. Smith -- Many thanks for your letter and the memorial of Bp. Moberly. I am glad to send you another copy. If I reprint it you shall have more if you like. We ought to pray for this election, for our Christian Schools will be the first attack. Believe me always, Very faithfully yours, Henry E. Card. Manning." Cardinal Manning refernces george Moberly (1803-85), English divine who was educated at Winchester and Balliol College, Oxford. he was called to be Bishop of Salisbury in 1968 in which he kept up the tradition of his predecessors, Bishops Hamilton and Denison, his chief addition being the summoning of a diocesan synod. Though Moberly left Oxford at the beginning of the Oxford Movement, he fell under its influence: the more so that at Winchester he formed a most intimate friendship with Keble, spending several weeks every year at Otterbourne, the next Parish to ursley. Bishop Moberly nevertheless retained his independence of thought and, in 1872, astonished his High Church friends by joining in the movement for the disuse of the damnatory clauses in the Athanasian Creed. His chief contribution to theology is his Bampton lectures of 1868. Fascinating letter with interesting association to William Smith and Bishop Moberly and the tenuous state of affairs at the time. $ 175 MANNING, Henry Edward Cardinal - Cardinal Manning was very influential in setting the direction of the modern Roman Catholic Church. His warm relations with Pope Leo XIII and his ultramontane views gained him the trust of the Vatican. Autograph Letter Signed, January 1864, two pages, from Rome where he was about to enter conclave. Addressed to Lady Louisa. (May be referring to Lady Louisa Tollemache Duff 1824-September 1864. Daughter of General Hon. Sir Alexander Duff and Anne Stein. Married Sir Richard Brooke, son of Sir Richard Brooke, 6th Bt. and Harriot Conliffe. From December 1846 her married name became Brooke. She was granted the rank of an earl's daughter by Royal Warrant in June 1857). Letter is about a meeting and something to do with the Vatican Library. $ 145 McCLOSKEY, John Cardinal – (1810-85) First American Catholic cardinal and longtime archbishop of New York. He is buried in St. Patrick’s Cathedral. Vintage full autograph on a small card, including is title of office. Professionally double-matted along with a fine steel engraving (a bust portrait of McCloskey with a facsimile signature underneath). A rare opportunity to acquire a handsome autograph display piece of the first American cardinal. $ 150
MUNDELEIN, George W. Cardinal (1872-1939) Third Archbishop of Chicago. Few know that Mundelein was a collector of autographs and historical documents. He bequeathed a large collection of papal documents and letters of saints to St. Mary of the Lake Seminary in Mundelein, Illinois. The distinguished dealer and author, Thomas Madigan, served as Mundelein's representative in the collection development. The Mundelein collection is referenced in Madigan's book "Word Shadows of the Great." Over the years we have sold many letters of Mundelein, a few of which mentioned his collecting interests. Newswire photograph, sepia-tone glossy, cropped slightly. Mundelein on an ad limina visit to the Vatican. $ 35
SHEEN, FULTON JOHN (1895-1979) American Roman Catholic archbishop renowned for his writing, oratory, radio and television ministry. His long-running TV series "Life Is Worth Living" enjoyed huge ratings. Archbishop Sheen's cause for canonization for sainthood was officially opened in 2002 and he now is referred to as a servant of god. Handsome oversized color chromo lithograph print of Bishop Sheen (circa 1950s-60s) measuring 12.75"x14.75". Some minor horizontal creasing (it was shipped in a mailing tube) and minor soiling. Overall, the image is in very good condition. In beautiful penmanship Sheen has dedicated and signed the photograph "To....God Love You, with the Blessing of Yours Faithfully in Christ, Fulton J. Sheen." (Image from a photograph by M.I. Roris, NY). An amazing image of this much beloved prelate and orator. $ 150 (Due to size of photograph, requiring additional shipping preparation, there will be a nominal additional cost to mail this signed image).
In February 2002 the archives of Archbishop Sheen were sealed at a ceremony during a special mass at the Cathedral of St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception in Peoria, Illinois, the diocese sponsoring Sheen's canonization. Seven years later, the diocesan phase of the investigation came to an end and the records were sent to the Congregation for the Causes of Saints for further investigation by a panel of prelates. They will ultimately present a report to the Congregation's pro-prefect, Archbishop Angelo Amato, who will forward his recommendations to Pope Benedict XVI for final decision as to whether or not Sheen lived a life of theological and ecclesiastical virtue. He would then be declared "venerable". Revealing letter from "the world's cardinal"
CUSHING, Richard J. Cardinal - Longtime archbishop of Boston. Typewritten Letter Signed, one page, 1967. Atypical letter revealing Cushing's warmhearted, witty manner. In part reads: "I would like to send you a longer letter but I have been in the hospital in recent days to have teeth extracted. I was only there for a few days but I think the pains and aches resulting from the dental surgery will be with me a long time. At the present time I am in misery trying to wear false teeth. I am confident, however, that if I am true to them they will not be false to me..." This revealing letter is accompanied by an original black and white newswire glossy photograph of Cushing extending his hand for a little girl to kiss. The Cushing photo is a print of the now famous "Homage from a Child" photograph that appeared in TIME and Saturday Evening Post. A charming pair that would be ideal for display. $ 150
O'CONNELL, WILLIAM HENRY CARDINAL - Longtime archbishop of Boston and its first cardinal. Vintage 9”x7.5” sepia tone glossy photograph, 1926, being a Wide World newsphoto. O’Connell is seated with the Marquis Ferrante, Italian Consul in Boston, on the occasion of his being presented the Decoration of the Grand Cross of the Crown of Italy. This honor coincided with the jubilee of his episcopacy. SEE ALSO BOOKS - The Letters of His Eminence William Cardinal O'Connell, 1915. First edition. Profusely illustrated, dedicated and signed.
O'CONNELL, William Henry Cardinal - A Fleet Street, London, newswire black/white photo of Cardinal O'Connell. Some tonal inconsistency and waving at top of image but, overall, in good condition. Measure is 4.5"x5.5" Interesting comment on the reverse: "Cardinal O'Connell...American candidate for the papal throne." $ 25 CUSHING, Richard J. Cardinal – (1895-1970) Longtime Catholic archbishop of Boston; confidant to the Kennedy family; named a cardinal in 1958 by Pope John XXIII. A crusty, salt-of-the-earth churchman whose charisma help to broaden the popularity of the American Catholic Church in the second half of the 20th Century. Stalwart fundraiser; founder of a missionary order of priests. Typewritten Letter Signed, one page, Boston 1948. Lengthy letter on fundraising affairs. Very boldly signed along with a post-script in his handwriting. Professionally matted in a plum-color velvet board along with a 8”x10” black and white litho print photo of Cushing being named a cardinal by “good Pope John.” $ 85
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