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Joel Barlow autographed handwritten letter (ALS), addressed to an unidentified recipient and signed "J. Barlow" at the conclusion. The letter concerns a financial account, with Barlow referring to an outstanding balance of £197.29 and discussing parcels of wine, porter, and empty bottles exchanged between the parties. He acknowledges the debt and requests clarification of the amount owed.

The reverse bears a period identification of Barlow as an author of the Declaration of Independence and Minister to France. Accompanied by an engraved portrait of Barlow after a painting by Robert Fulton, featuring a printed facsimile signature beneath the image.

Very good condition with expected age toning, scattered foxing, and light handling wear. The accompanying engraved portrait exhibits considerable foxing and spotting. Accompanied by a printed facsimile signed engraved portrait.

Joel Barlow (1754–1812) was an American poet, diplomat, politician, and member of the literary circle known as the Hartford Wits. A graduate of Yale College, he served as a chaplain in the Continental Army during the American Revolution and subsequently gained prominence as a writer and political commentator. His best-known literary works include The Vision of Columbus (1787) and The Columbiad (1807). Barlow spent considerable time in Europe, where he became involved in French revolutionary politics and diplomatic affairs. Appointed United States Minister to France by President James Madison in 1811, he died in Poland in 1812 while traveling to meet Napoleon during the French invasion of Russia.

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