Lot 240
The engraving and signature cut are housed behind glass in a heavy antique wood frame. It is a nice signature of John Adams. There is no certificate of authenticity on the signature. Second President of the United States JOHN ADAMS exceedingly scarce authentic cut signature. Hand signed in ink on cut paper. No date. Some staining to paper consistent with age. Original Antique Engraved Portrait of John Adams After Alonzo Chappel. Painted by Alonzo Chappel (1828-1887),1862 and engraved by Johnson, Fry Co. Publishers. National Portrait Gallery of Eminent Americans: Including Orators, Statesmen, Naval and Military Heroes, Jurists, Authors, Etc. Volume I by Evert A. Duyckinck. (New York: Johnson, Fry Company, 1862). Steel engraving, printed on paper. Full-length portrait, seated at desk with books, with white hair, white cravat, white handkerchief and leggings, dark coat, dark waistcoat, and dark breeches, book in hand. John Adams was an American statesman, attorney, diplomat, writer, and Founding Father who served as the second president of the United States from 1797 to 1801. Before his presidency, he was a leader of the American Revolution that achieved independence from Great Britain. Please ask specific questions on details, condition, and shipping prior to bidding, ALL ITEMS ARE SOLD AS IS, and the bidder will be responsible for payment. We box and ship what we can to keep costs low, and use USPS and UPS. Large items, extremely fragile, and high value items will be packed by UPS. Quotes available on request
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Dimensions:
- 1.5" x 3.25" cut, 7.75" x 10.75" engraving and 12.25" x 16.25" framed Condition:
- The cut is in very good condition. The engraving has some water staining on the edge and the frame is in very good condition. It is ready for re-matting to present better
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