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Maison, Basset, ? [Paper doilie of Saint Rose of de Lima]

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07713.02.09 Author/Creator: Maison, Basset, ? Place Written: Paris, France Type: Document Date: Circa June 13, 1865 Pagination: 4 p. : envelope. Height: 10.6 cm, Width: 6.7 cm Order a Copy

One paper doilie of Saint Rose de Lima dated June 13. It contains the saint's portrait on the front, as well as, being addressed to "Ms. Stauffer." Reverse side contains biography of Saint Rose written in French. Also includes Stauffer's note asking an unaddressed recipient to visit the following week.

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