CIRQUE. Henri FRANCONI (1779-1849) esquire, author and stage director, director of the Cirque Olympique. 2 L.S., Paris March-May 1826, to the Duc de Doudeauville; 3 1/2 pages in-fol. (a corner cut on the 2nd without affecting the text). March 21, signed "Franconi Frères", after the fire at the Cirque, expressing their gratitude for the King's kindness... - May 5, co-signed by his brother Laurent, again thanking the King for his benevolence, as they go to work on rebuilding the Cirque.