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Nelson, Horatio Lord.
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- Autograph letter signed, to Sir John Acton
- ink on paper
introducing his nephew Sir William Bolton and discussing the movements of the enemy ("...The French Fleet from what my boats can believe of their motions, are preparing if not embarking Troops. 8 Sail of the Line are ready..."), 2 pages, 4to, integral blank, HMS Victory off Toulon, 8 October 1803
Literature
Apparently unpublished: not in Dispatches and Letters or The New Letters.
Condition
Condition is described in the main body of the catalogue, where appropriate.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
A letter providing intelligence during the blockade of Toulon. Acton, although of English descent, had in fact been born in France and was Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Naples and Sicily. Sir William Bolton, son of Nelson's brother-in-law Thomas Bolton, was commander of the sloop Childers in the Mediterranean from 1803-5.