ALS in French, one page, 4.5 x 7, December 3, 1836. In full (translated): "I am enclosing herewith, sir, the ticket for a box seat with my sincere thanks for the beautiful lines you wrote. Quite often courage almost fails me. However, it is reassuring to think that there are good souls whom I do not know who take an interest in my work from afar. This thought keeps me to my task. I should be very happy, sir, to convey my thanks personally for your kind consideration. If you will permit me, it is an obligation that I shall fulfill as soon as the pressures of my daily labors have eased." In very good condition, with scattered light creasing and staining.Format: ALS