Watson & Co. Antiquarians is proud to present a remarkable artifact of late 18th-century mercantile history. This original manuscript, dated January 17, 1789, records a significant financial obligation between two French nationals operating in the critical Spanish port of Cadiz.
• Historical Significance: Drafted just six months before the storming of the Bastille, this document captures the vibrant "Atlantic World" economy of the Enlightenment era.
• Key Features: Features a well-preserved Red Wax Merchant Seal and the crisp signature of Jean Labranie.
• Paper & Condition: Hand-laid rag paper with authentic deckled edges. Excellent legibility with original iron-gall ink.
• Archival Preservation: Ships in a museum-grade, acid-free protective sleeve.
Watson & Co. Antiquarians is proud to present a remarkable artifact of late 18th-century mercantile history. This original manuscript, dated January 17, 1789, records a significant financial obligation between two French nationals operating in the critical Spanish port of Cadiz.
• Historical Significance: Drafted just six months before the storming of the Bastille, this document captures the vibrant "Atlantic World" economy of the Enlightenment era.
• Key Features: Features a well-preserved Red Wax Merchant Seal and the crisp signature of Jean Labranie.
• Paper & Condition: Hand-laid rag paper with authentic deckled edges. Excellent legibility with original iron-gall ink.
• Archival Preservation: Ships in a museum-grade, acid-free protective sleeve.
