- 1034
Alexander Hamilton
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
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Description
- Autograph letter signed (“AH”) to Elizabeth Hamilton, checking on his family's progress to Albany to stay with the Schuylers
- Paper, ink
One page (11 3/4 x 7 3/4 in.; 300 x 196 mm) on a single sheet, New York, 11 September 1790, address direction at foot (“Mrs. Hamilton”); early repair to fold separation, some unobtrusive wrinkling. Tipped to a larger sheet.
Literature
The Papers of Alexander Hamilton, ed. Syrett, 7:33
Condition
One page (11 3/4 x 7 3/4 in.; 300 x 196 mm) on a single sheet, New York, 11 September 1790, address direction at foot ("Mrs. Hamilton"); early repair to fold separation, some unobtrusive wrinkling. Tipped to a larger sheet.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
"I am in good health and in all respects as well as I can be without my very dear family." This letter demonstrates Hamilton's concern for his family, as he awaits word that they have safely arrived in Albany for a stay with Eliza's parents. “The Albany post is arrived and not a line from my dear Betsey; though I have reason to believe she must have arrived before the departure of the Post. This is a disappointment to me, as I was anxious to learn how she & my Children got up & how they were.
“I wrote you a day or two since by a Vessel & shall write you again by the Wednesday’s post when I will tell you decidedly whether I can come up or not & when.” The first letter mentioned here has not been located; the one sent by Wednesday’s post is now in the Hamilton Papers at the Library of Congress.
“I am in good health and in all respects as well as I can be without my very dear family—But there is a sad blank in their absence. I however reconcile myself to it; convinced that you will receive benefit by it and you know how precious your health is to me.
“Adieu My Angel take care of yourself & think always of Your Affectionate AH”