DLA005-0010  Translation

Dictated.  

[Vienna] III,  Reisnerstasse 30.

7. I. [19]06.

Dear Mr. László,

As my feet are unfortunately not yet fit for climbing stairs, I am requesting you by letter to hand me back the lace-work of our unforgettable Queen,^[1] which is with you by virtue of the gracious goodwill of the Archduchess Valerie^[2] – as the Archduchess has, among other objects, graciously loaned this lace-work also which is presently with you, to the Exhibition which will be held under the patronage of the Archduchess Marie Josefa.

With best greetings to yourself and your wife | Yours

Ida Ferenczy.

[the following in de László’s hand] First lady in waiting/of Elisabeth Empress of Austria 

Editorial Note:

Ida von Ferenczy (1839-1928) was Empress Elisabeth of Austria’s (1837-1898) first lady-in-waiting and confidante

Pd’O

16/01/2006