To — Houdon (unpublished)
Philada. Nov. 30. 1785.
Dear Sir,

I receiv’d your Letter from N York but too late for an Answer to reach you. The Bust is return’d perfectly safe, and continues to be the Admiration of all that see it. I send to your Care two small Pacquets of Skins for Madame Grand which I pray you to deliver, carefully. My best Wishes ever attend you, being with sincere Esteem, Your affectionate Friend and humble Servant

B Franklin

My Grandsons join in presenting their Respects
Mr. Houdon
Addressed: a monsieur / Monsieur houdon / Sculpteur / Barriere du Rerile
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