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Lot #55
Dwight D. Eisenhower

Life-sized color photo of the Eisenhowers inscribed to William Randolph Hearst, Jr.

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Life-sized color photo of the Eisenhowers inscribed to William Randolph Hearst, Jr.

Unusual vintage color matte-finish 13 x 16 photo of a grinning Ike and Mamie contained in a 15.5 x 20 mat, signed and inscribed in black ink on the mat, “For William R. Hearst, Jr. with best wishes and warm personal regard, Dwight D. Eisenhower.” Hearst assumed control of the family publishing business upon his legendary father’s death in 1951. In 1955, he won the Pulitzer Prize for Commentary. Framed to an overall size of 16.25 x 20.25. In fine condition, with soiling, toning, and scattered light stains to mat. COA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.

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  • Dates: #309 - Ended May 17, 2006