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Lot 542: Autograph: William Cullen Bryant

Est: $200 USD - $300 USD
RR AuctionAmherst, NH, USAugust 11, 2010

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Description

Autograph: William Cullen Bryant - Highly regarded American poet (1794-1878) of the much-anthologized 'Thanatopsis.' Apart from his literary activities, Bryant was also an ardent abolitionist and a founder of the Republican Party. Original vintage 2.5 x 4 (possibly trimmed) Rockwood carte-de-visite photo (and so labeled on reverse), signed in the lower border in purple ink, "William Cullen Bryant, March 1870." In fine condition, with some scattered light surface impressions and a bit of trivial toning. Provenance: The Barry Hoffman Collection.

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Auction Details

RR Auction Monthly Autograph Auction #360

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RR Auction
August 11, 2010, 12:00 AM EST

5 Route 101A, Suite 5, Amherst, NH, 03031, US