Rare and Antique Double Sheet Vellum Indenture Document, Hand Written, England

This double sheet indenture, dated in 1851 and 1864, is a fine example of a nineteenth-century English legal deed. Written on vellum in dense cursive script, it begins with the large, decorative heading “This Indenture”, a typical feature of such contracts. The document is carefully ruled and folded, demonstrating the formal presentation expected in property and contractual agreements of the time. At the lower edge, four bright red wax seals remain intact, accompanied by handwritten signatures, which authenticate the agreement and legally bind the parties involved. These seals, impressed in wax and placed beside the names, served as both legal and symbolic confirmation of consent. Indentures like this often recorded the transfer of land, leases, or long-term obligations, reflecting the highly codified nature of English legal practice in the early nineteenth century. Today, the document stands not only as a binding legal instrument of its time but also as a historical artifact of legal and social history.
Measurements
57 x 75 cm

Condition
Excellent overall condition, no damage or missing parts. Great natural colour and aged patina.
Provenance
English private collection
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