It was sent from here on consignment on 6 May 1870, but perhaps Uncle has already sent it back to Paris.

If that isn’t the case, however, see that it’s sent here immediately.  1v:2 We have every chance of selling it, but time is of the essence.1

I saw it last summer in your gallery,2 and imagine it’s probably still there.

Bid good-day to Uncle and Aunt3 and Mr Schmidt and Eduard for me.4

You’ll have received my letter by now.5 Adieu, I wish you well.