Lot 48
Grant, Ulysses S. Rare woven silk souvenir textile commemorating the 1876 Centennial Exhibition in Philadelphia inscribed and signed "To my friend Thos. Clark, U.S. Grant," 10 x 6". Featuring vignettes of George Washington, an eagle bearing a U.S. shield, American flags, Exhibition Hall, a steam ship, a train, etc. Off-white background with a blue fringe; red, blue and green touches add color. Thomas Clark was Grant's chief of staff of the Army of the Tennessee during the Civil War. Slight fading of color, faint soiling and a few stains; some tears and small losses at top and bottom edges and to fringe, but quite attractive. Grant's writing is clear and the signature bold.
Estimated Value $400 - 600.
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| Realized $517 |
