Anne (Queen) Royal warrant signed for the provision of clothing for

Anne (Queen of England, Scotland, and Ireland, 1665-1714) Royal warrant signed for the provision of clothing for the Royal Maundy, D.s. "Anne R" and William Van Huls at head, manuscript in English, on vellum, 1p., embossed paper seal (working loose) and revenue stamp, some staining and natural discolouration, approx. 500 x 360mm., 4th March 1705. *** An order directing Great Wardrobe officials Rachell Thomas, William Van Huls and Charles Hodges to prepare 42 sets of clothing for poor men in connection with the Royal Maundy. The provisions include russet gowns, single-soled shoes, stockings and shirts made of Holland cloth, together with sheets, curtains and napkins. The document bears the signature of William Van Huls, Clerk of the Robes and Wardrobe, who held the post from 1700 until his death in 1722 and had previously served as private secretary to William III.

Estimate:£600

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