Satirical old manuscript by Mr. Masquelier – Dialogue scenes, purple ink

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Description

This lot consists of two old handwritten sheets, visible in the photo, written in purple ink on cream paper. The document presents a handwritten text, structured in scenes and dialogues, with a neat layout reminiscent of a play or satirical text. The first sheet, placed at the top, has marginal annotations, character names, and handwritten stage directions. The title "Monsieur Masquelier et l’Autorité" (Mr. Masquelier and Authority) is clearly visible at the top right of the first sheet, indicating the satirical subject of the piece.

The second sheet, located below, bears the title "Hommage et nasodabité de M. Masquelier" (Homage and Nasodabity of Mr. Masquelier), also handwritten in purple ink. The text is written in regular cursive, characteristic of a writing style from the early to mid-20th century. It is presented in paragraphs, with marked punctuation and a continuous narrative structure.

Both sheets show slight signs of handling, including a central fold visible on the first sheet, as well as light creasing and small signs of wear at the corners. The edges of the sheets remain relatively clean, with no apparent tears on the visible side. The purple ink retains good legibility, although the intensity varies slightly across different areas of the text.

The satirical nature of the manuscript, clearly indicated by the titles and the dialogued form, as well as the recurring mention of "M. Masquelier," confirms a text that is both literary and humorous. Attention to the layout is noticeable, with an organization typical of handwritten theater dialogues or satirical literature.

The support used is cream paper, with a matte surface, without any apparent watermark on the visible area. The text occupies most of the surface, leaving some margins, and shows neat handwriting, without major erasures on the visible side.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Some folds, creases, and signs of use are visible on the exposed side. The ink remains legible, with no major stains or noticeable fading on the visible area. No missing material or tears on the presented side.

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