Autograph Letter Signed to J. Lawford

Author: 
Henry Baring
Publication details: 
Somerley; 27 September [1817].
£30.00
SKU: 3266

Banker and gambler (1777-1848), father of the politician Henry Bingham Baring (1804-69). 1 page, 8vo. In very good condition although grubby. Addressed on verso of second leaf of bifoliate, which carries a red wax seal in two parts, to 'J. Lawford Esqr | Drapers hall'. Docketed in ink on verso of second leaf. 'Pray tell me whether my Berkeley Sqr. purchase is likely to be accepted soon as I want to move some funiture I have bought at a Sale into the house -'. Having been away from home he has sent no game. He leaves again the following day, 'but next week I hope to stock your larder & Mr Smiths if he is in town to whom my best remembrance | Yrs very truly | H Baring'.