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Sale 88
The Manuscripts, Collectibles and Space Auction
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Lot 103 |
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California Gold Rush, Travel Letter, Dated 1850. Autographed letter signed by J.B. Bell to his mother dated June 1, 1850 as he sails on the Bark Clarissa in the Pacific on his way to San Francisco to ultimately prospect for gold. Actually quite the colorful letter as he recounts some of his experiences: life on the ship, other passengers, fights, and his safe arrival to San Francisico. Letter is in good condition, some staining, some possibly original during the writing of the letter, thrice folded with minor separations peeking though the fold lines. Four pages on two leaves, 9¾" x 7¾" Legible and in overall good condition.
Estimated Value $150 - 250.
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$228 |
Lot 104 |
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Vintage Original 18th-19th Century Silhouette Collection. Lot of three vintage items: Silhouette of a Revolutionary Gentleman (purported to be General Nathanael Greene), 3" bust length image with stylized shirt and hair ribbon, cutout black cloth, mounted on paper, c. 18th century. Faded signature (possibly William King) on lower right margin is illegible. Housed in the original gold washed frame to an overall size of 5½" x 4½".Age toned.; A delicate and beautiful 2" round silhouette portrait of a Colonial/Federal family, bust length, painted on paper. The image gives the appearance of painted porcelain. Displayed in the original 4½" x 4½" period frame.; and a full figure painted portrait of a gentleman, black watercolor or ink on paper, signed "J. Marshall", 4" image, c. 1798. Presented in the original 6¼" x 4¾" frame. Age toning. It is quite possible that the silhouette image is that of Herman Witsius, D.D., as the original frame paper backing is from the title page of "God and Man" by Witsius. All items in very good condition.
Estimated Value $400 - 600.
Estate of Alexander White III.
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$180 |
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