Henry Clay Signed Letter w/ Portrait Etching
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United States,Circa 1850
Includes an etching engraved by John Chester Buttre 1821-1893 and letter to a Ms. Mary A. Moore stating that Henry Clay yielded to her appeal for an autograph with original envelope.
Etching on paper, ink on paper,Overall Sight 10" x 10 1/4".Frame 13 1/2" x 14"
Etching marked "Engraved by J.C.Buttre from a Daguerreotype" under etching.
From the collection of a North Scituate, Rhode Island estate.
Condition
Some toning, areas of foxing, some creasing to letter, general wear associated with age and use, otherwise good condition.
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Henry Clay Signed Letter w/ Portrait Etching
Estimate $300 - $500
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