Papal bull.
Rome, "apud Sanctum Petrum", 1. XII. 1645.
Oblong folio (410 x 285 mm). Latin manuscript on vellum. 1 p. With Innocent's lead bulla attached on a hemp cord.
€ 9,500.00
Dispensation of consanguinity for the marriage of the Flemish nobleman Nicolas de Licques, Baron of Licques and Jacqueline de Licques in Boulogne-sur-Mer, addressed to the bishop of Ghent. Beautiful document with two initials on the plica and five initals of the first line in floral baroque calligraphy issued in the second year of Innocent's pontificate (1644-55).
Countersigned by members of the Apostolic Chancery. Traces of folds with minor tears. With an old collector's note in French and accession number on verso.