Two royal documents of the Holy Roman Empire, one signed by Empress Maria Theresa and the other by her husband, Emperor Francis I. Vienna, mid-18th century. German and Latin.
Written on large parchment sheets in elegant calligraphic script, with official wax seals.
• Document signed by Empress Maria Theresa. Vienna, 27 April 1748. German with some Latin.
Royal writ for Brother Malachias Amhoff, representative of the Holy Places on behalf of the Franciscan Order, confirming his appointment as authorized representative for collecting donations for the upkeep of the Holy Places in Jerusalem. The document grants him the right to travel freely within the Holy Roman Empire, collect contributions, and act on behalf of the Order, instructing all civil and ecclesiastical authorities to grant him assistance, protection, and support in his mission.
Approx. 35X58 cm. Good to fair condition. Fold marks. Stains, creases, and minor blemishes.
• Document signed by Emperor Franz I. Vienna, 16 February 1757. Latin.
Royal writ for Father Felicianus Freiseysen, a Franciscan friar in Hungary, granting him and his companions permission to undertake a pilgrimage to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem. The document issues an official travel license on behalf of the Empire, guaranteeing free and safe passage by land and sea, and instructing all civil and ecclesiastical authorities to provide him with assistance, protection, and support.
Approx. 50X69 cm. Good condition. Fold marks and minor creases.
