Sale 2461 - Autographs, November 7, 2017

65    LEOPOLD II; KING OF THE BELGIANS. Two items, each Signed, “Leopold,” each in French: Autograph Letter * Letter.The first, to “Her Royal Highness Madame the Duchess of Albany” [Princess Helena of Waldeck and Pyrmont?], stating that he called on her twice but she was not at home and inquiring when he may visit. 3 pages, 8vo, “Hotel Wilhelma” stationery, written on a folded sheet. With the original envelope. The second, to “Your Eminence my good Cousin,” acknowledging receipt of her Christmas letter and sending thanks. 1 / 2 page, small 4to, with integral blank; folds. Wiesbaden, 12 August 1904; Brussels, 28 February 1870 [300/400] 66 c   NO LOT 67 c   MUSSOLINI, BENITO. Photograph dated and Signed, “Mussolini,” bust portrait by Vogel-Marinucci, showing him in profile wearing civilian attire. Additionally signed by the photographer, in pencil, lower right. Inscribed on the mount, below the image. 8 1 / 2 x6 3 / 4 inches (image), 14x9 1 / 2 inches overall; moderate silvering to edges of image, short closed tear at right edge of mount. Rome, 21 Nov [1935] [600/900] 67