The firm of Armand Calliat writes to explain the increase in the cost of the execution of the American lamp for the sanctuary of Paray. Because of the nature of the artistic work it is not always possible to settle price exactly and if only a certain amount would be spent the work of the artist would stop as soon as the money was spent. Consequently more money must be spent. The Lamp could easily be sold for 10,000 francs., but they set the price for 5600 francs. They already have 1250 francs, and 3000 is being sent from America. There remains then 1350 francs to be paid and it is suggested that 500 francs be added for additional expenses, thus 1850 francs being sent from America. The reverse side is an invoice giving the design of the lamp, the weight, and the cost. In the James Alphonsus McMaster Papers :: I-2-a L.S. French 2pp. 4to.