American artist and inventor (1791–1872) whose development of the telegraph revolutionized communication—and indeed, society as a whole—and represented a crucial step toward such later innovations as the telephone. Crisp ink signature, “With kind wishes, Sam. F. B. Morse,” on an off-white 4 x 2.5 slip. In fine condition, with a touch of trivial soiling below signature. R&R COA.
