Autograph letter signed from John Donne to Sir Thomas Egerton [manuscript], 1602 February.
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Title
Autograph letter signed from John Donne to Sir Thomas Egerton [manuscript], 1602 February.
Description
2 leaves ; 30 x 20 cm
Associated name
Donne, John, 1572-1631, correspondent.
Ellesmere, Thomas Egerton, Baron, 1540?-1617, addressee.
Ellesmere, Thomas Egerton, Baron, 1540?-1617, addressee.
Summary
Donne thanks Egerton for granting him the liberty of his chamber. He applies for a complete release from the custody imposed for his secret marriage to Anne More, explaining that it is "for health, not pleasure" that he makes this further request.
Note
Letter is undated, but probably written shortly after Donne's release from prison and return to his lodgings.
Bifolium, with red wax seal (sheaf of seven snakes) on address leaf.
Bifolium, with red wax seal (sheaf of seven snakes) on address leaf.
Exhibited
Washington, D.C., Folger Shakespeare Library, 2004-2005. Letterwriting in Renaissance England (catalog entry 60)
In
Papers of the More family of Loseley Park, Surrey, 1489-1682 (bulk 1538-1630).
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Place of creation/publication
Great Britain -- England -- London.
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L.b.534