Stéphanie de BEAUHARNAIS (1789-1860) great-cousin of Joséphine, she married the prince of Bade; she is said to be the mother of Gaspard Hauser. L.A.S. "Stéphanie", Düsseldorf 23 December [1852?], to a "dear Marquis"; 1 1/2 pages in-8 with her crowned figure. She is very touched that he has not forgotten her in spite of all the events the Marquis is going through, and thanks him for sending her sweets... She is delighted with the return of the Empire: ..." You must be satisfied of all that occurs, we are happy, us, of the Old Empire, to see it going out of its ruins, young, brilliant, and I hope, well founded, I make wishes for its duration and for all that can contribute to the happiness of our dear Emperor "...