Lot 633: Francis Bicknell Carpenter

American painter (1830-1900) who resided with Lincoln at the White House for six months and is best known for his 1864 painting, 'First Reading of the Emancipation Proclamation of President Lincoln.' Ink signature and inscription, "To Mrs. Eudora Brittingham, with the compliments and best wishes of the author, Frank B. Carpenter, New York, Nov. 30, 1891," on an off-white 4.25 x 7 book page. In fine condition, with a bit of mild edge toning and small chip to bottom edge.

Signature