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Title: Coat of Arms Folio Manuscript on vellum, signed by Maria Theresa Author: Maria Theresa, Empress Place: Austria-Hungary Publisher: Date: 1764 Description: Elaborate 20-page bound folio manuscript written in German on vellum apparently for the family of Johann Peter Wotapeck von Mitterwald, containing a full page painted coat of arms with the Austrian national eagle symbol, as well as an extremely fancy calligraphed text with ornate borders and initials. 36.7x30.5 cm. (14½x12"). velvet-covered boards. The manuscript is signed by Maria Theresa (1717-1780) and other individuals and dated at the end, 1764. Maria Theresa Walburga Amalia Christina was the female ruler of the Hapsburg dominions and the last of the House of Hapsburg, the sovereign of Austria, Hungary, Croatia etc. Attached to the document with a cord is a large red wax seal encased in a heavy 6” circular brass case weighing just under one pound. The binding which is velvet fabric over boards with marbled endpapers is probably 19th century. Lot Amendments Condition: The text pages are very good. The page spread with the coat of arms is dust soiled and a bit darkened probably as the book was laid open to exhibit over the years. A piece of the ribbon marker that was attached to the cover exterior has come loose, and is laid in. The red velvet cover has faded, and exhibits some wear on the edges. Overall, very good condition with a beautiful calligraphed text. Item number: 244659