Paul SOLEILLET (1842–1886), explorer of Africa, Rimbaud’s companion in Aden. Autograph letter, Paris, November 30, 1884, to Mr. Gravier; 1 page, in-8 format, with vignette (map of Africa bearing the motto “Aperta”). He informs his correspondent that “Gautier, Cugnard, and I will be at your office on Sunday, December 7, at 1:00 p.m., as these gentlemen cannot arrive in Paris until the 11:30 a.m. train.” He signs: “Paul Soleillet, traveler.”