Declaration of Independence
Boston and Philadelphia, ca. 1848 and 1876
Two Large Prints "First Prayer in Congress" & Centennial Declaration of Independence
Poster

A pair of large prints celebrating the first Congressional Prayer and the Centennial of the Declaration of Independence. Of varying sizes, Boston and Philadelphia, dated 1848 and 1876. Both have varying degrees of foxing, soiling, and light toning. The centennial Declaration of Independence print has damp staining at the upper right corner. Both with pencil notations as well as chipping and tears to the edges and corners. Minor paper loss. Still attractive for display. Please refer to the photographs for further condition information.

1. "The First Prayed in Congress." Measuring 29.5" x 24". Boston: L.A. Elliot & Co., 1848. From the original painting by T. H. Matteson, painted expressly for the engraving done on steel by H. S. Sadd. The print shows members of the First Continental Congress with heads bowed, some kneeling on the floor, in prayer during the session at Carpenter's Hall in Philadelphia, in September 1774.

2. Centennial Declaration of Independence. Measuring 33" x 26.25". Philadelphia: The Centennial Offering Co., 1876. Entered into Congress by Schaefer, Waeschle and Kohner, 1876. The Declaration of Independence text and facsimile signatures are surrounded by key moments from the Revolutionary War, including the Signing of the Declaration of Independence, the battles of Lexington, Bunker Hill, Princeton, and the Cowpens, and the Surrender of Lord Cornwallis. At the top of the print are portraits of Thomas Jefferson and John Hancock, as well as images of Carpenters Hall and Independence Hall.

This item comes with a Certificate from John Reznikoff, a premier authenticator for both major 3rd party authentication services, PSA and JSA (James Spence Authentications), as well as numerous auction houses.

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33" x 26.25" (largest)