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John F. Kennedy souvenir photograph archive consisting of twelve original glossy 11 x 14” portrait photographs depicting President Kennedy seated at his desk in the White House. The striking colorized portrait, reproduced from the iconic official White House image, bears Kennedy’s facsimile signature in the lower right corner along with the printed credit, “Color by Fabian Bachrach.” This archive remained together in the personal collection of Benjamin A. Smith II, one of Kennedy’s closest lifelong friends and Harvard roommate.

Produced during the Kennedy administration as official commemorative souvenirs, these oversized portrait photographs were intended for display and were distributed in limited quantities through official channels. The image became one of the most recognizable presidential portraits of the twentieth century, capturing Kennedy in a poised and contemplative seated pose that came to symbolize the optimism and confidence of the New Frontier. 

Good condition overall with light expected handling wear.

Provenance: From the estate of Benjamin A. Smith II, Harvard roommate and lifelong friend of President John F. Kennedy, former United States Senator from Massachusetts. Accompanied by a signed letter of provenance from Benjamin A. Smith III documenting direct family ownership.

Authentication:
Includes a full letter of authenticity from JG Autographs, Inc.

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Reference sku: 11691 1416411-1