Handwritten draft letter by C. P. Cavafy to his brother, Aristeidis, from the 1889 correspondence series, on both sides of two sheets and on the recto of a third sheet that has been cut in half. Cancellations, emendations and abbreviations. Use of English and French words and phrases. Reference to the absence of Aristeidis and its negative consequences for the family. Extensive commentary on the legal aspect of the matter arising from the abandonment of his wife, Maria Vourou, and the squandering of her dowry.

Two handwritten texts for a draft letter in two parts, to Aristeidis Cavafy, from the 1889 correspondence series. The first is on the recto of a sheet and the second on the verso, together with additions to the first, which are marked in symbols ("x", "xx", "xxx"). The handwriting of the two texts is different, however the notes with the additions are by C. P. Cavafy. Cancellations, emendations and abbreviations. Use of English and French words and expressions. Reference to the matter of the continuing absence of Aristeidis Cavafy abroad and to its consequences as well as to financial matters.

Handwritten draft letter by C. P. Cavafy to his brother, Aristeidis, from the 1889 correspondence series, on both sides of a sheet. Cancellations, emendations and abbreviations. Use of English and French words and phrases. Reference to Aristeidis's decision to return to his wife, Maria Vourou, and her family.

Handwritten texts on five sheets, including the draft letter by Charikleia Cavafy to Aristeidis Cavafy, from the 1889 correspondence series, split in two parts. The first part includes three documents (two sheets and a bifolio with a printed crest "For Christ and Caesar" [in Greek], with notes on all sides). The second part includes two pieces of cut sheets (one of which with text on both sides) and contains additions to the first part. C. P. Cavafy is referred to as a third person. Cancellations, emendations and abbreviations. Use of English and French words and phrases. Reference to the matter of the continuing absence of Aristeidis Cavafy abroad and to the need for his return, as well as to financial matters.

Handwritten draft letter by C. P. Cavafy to his brother George ("23 Sept.") from the 1889 correspondence series, on two sheets, written to the recto of the second sheet. Cancellations, emendations and abbreviations. Additions at the end of the text. Frequent use of English and French words and phrases. Reference to the matter of the absence of Aristeidis Cavafy abroad, to the need for his return as well as to financial matters.

Handwritten draft letter by C. P. Cavafy to his brother, George, from the 1889 correspondence series, on both sides of a sheet. Cancellations, emendations and abbreviations. Use of English and French words and phrases. Reference to the matter of the absence of Aristeidis Cavafy abroad, to the scandal thus caused and to the need for his return.

Handwritten letter by Paul Cavafy to C. P. Cavafy from Tours, France, according to the letterhead, on all sides of a bifolio. It is a description of the trip Paul is making in France, accompanying the Englishman Warde-Aldam. He refers extensively to the cities they have already visited, to monuments and sights they have seen and to their itinerary; he also expresses his strong admiration for France. Of note is the use of French words and phrases in the flow of written discourse. (Tours)

Handwritten letter by Paul Cavafy to his brothers, John and C. P. Cavafy, from Paris, on all sides of a bifolio. In an apologetic tone for the disturbance he has caused to his family, he refers to his stay in Paris and to city landmarks ("Île de la Cité, Notre Dame, Quartier Latin, Louvre"); he expresses fears for his health and, remembering life in Alexandria, he repeats that he intends to return in due time. He comments on the matter of the frequency in which he may disburse his pension, a fact that seems to trouble him. Of note is the use of English and French words and phrases.

Handwritten note by Paul Cavafy to C. P. Cavafy on a postcard, on one side of which the author's photographic portrait is printed. In a short text he explains that this is his most recent photograph. Of note is the use of English expressions in the flow of written discourse.