Jean Jacques Francois Lebarbier Letter

Finding Aid for the Jean Jacques Francois Lebarbier Letter, 1789 February 13

MS-2846

University of Tennessee Special Collections Library, Knoxville, TN

Collection processed by: Will Dewey, August 9
Finding Aid written by: Will Dewey, August 9
Encoded by: Will Dewey, August 9

Summary Information

Title: Jean Jacques Francois Lebarbier Letter

Date/Date Range : 1789 February 13

Extent: .1 linear feet

Abstract:
This collection consists of a letter from Jean Jacques Francois Lebarbier, dated February 13, 1789, to Charles Daubar (or Dauban), Secretary of the Warehouse of the Crown. The letter is written in French.

Call number: MS-2846

Repository: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library, Knoxville, TN

Access and Use

Aquisition Information:
Collection is property of Special Collections.
Access Restrictions:
Collection is open for research.
Copyright:
The copyright interests in this collection remain with the creator. For more information, contact the Special Collections Library.
Preferred Citation:
[Identification of Item], Jean Jacques Francois Lebarbier Letter, MS-2846. University of Tennessee, Knoxville, Special Collections Library.

Arrangement

Collection consists of a single folder

Biography / History

Jean Jacques Francois Lebarbier was born in 1738 in Rouen, France. He was a engraver in the neoclassical style, and a member of the Royal Academy of Painting and Sculpture, which he supported reforming in the early days of the French Revolution. His works included a portrait of Benjamin Franklin and a depicition of the British surrender at Yorktown. He died in Paris in 1826

Collection Scope and Content Note

This collection consists of a letter from Jean Jacques Francois Lebarbier, dated February 13, 1789, to Charles Daubar (or Dauban), Secretary of the Warehouse of the Crown. He discusses his annoyance with failed negotiations with certain individuals and tries to clear up a misunderstanding. The dispute referred to involves payment for Lebarbier's work.

Subject Terms

Lebarbier, Jean Jacques Francois

France -- History --18th century.

Contents List

Box 1

Folder 1

Letter, 1789 February 13

Scope Note:

Translation of Letter:

Sir:

If you don't have any news to give me, I have some. I received a reply to my letter Wednesday. I was invited to dine the next day, Thursday. I was received with a lot of friendship but we have concluded nothing.

They pointed out to me that they don't know in fact what I had done. And I was told with all possible honesty that they want to satisfy me but that it was necessary that I engage myself in my work while considering the circumstances. Thus my embarrassment.

Before going to dinner after this letter, I believed that we would have a pleasant atmosphere which didn't happen at all. I think I didn't have to ask. Probably they expected that I wouldn't write, or else they wanted you to ask me. Did you talk to everyone? Must I write to the representatives of the field?

With respect to the value of the request, you know that I had the honor to speak to you while asking the same salary that the army (...) where I didn't spend as much time (?). I don't think I'm being indiscreet if I protest that it's only to replace what I sacrificed of my ordinary business. If your business allows you to give me a little word of advice I beg you.

When you have the means for the ending of the count (or account). I will make it very easy. Sorry about all the troubles I am giving you. I have the honor to be with a perfect attachment.

Sir Your very humble and very obedient servant

to Paris this February 13, 1789 Lebarbier Laîmé