^Lot 395 Louis-Alexandre Berthier

One of Napoleon’s favorite Marshals (1753–1815). LS in French, signed “A. Berthier,” one page, 8.25 x 10, August 24, 1812, dated from Smolensk during the campaign of Russia. To Monsieur Bignon, Imperial Commissaire in charge of the Government of Lithuania, sending Napoleon’s instructions for the provisional government of Lithuania. Central horizontal and vertical fold, some light toning and creasing, and a few small edge tears, otherwise fine condition.