Anne-Robert-Jacques TURGOT (1727–1781). L.A., Paris, November 10, 1771, to his friend Antoine-Bertrand Caillard, secretary to the Count of Boisgelin, the King’s Minister Plenipotentiary in Parma; 1¼ pages, 8vo, address with red wax seal (broken). “As I have learned, my dear Caillard, from Mr. de Boisgelin, of your return, I shall refrain from discussing your criticisms in writing. It would take entire pages to analyze the slightest trifles regarding taste. I shall see you, and we will discuss this in person. There is another matter far more interesting—both to you and to me—on which I would very much like to be able to tell you something specific. I am sending Mr. de Boisgelin the outcome of the conversation I had yesterday with his brother [Chevalier de Boufflers]. The little time I have today, Tuesday, does not allow me to repeat it to you. In any case, you know what your worst-case scenario is. I wish it were within my power to make it as pleasant for you as I would like it to be"... Certificate of cultural property attached.