Very nice engraved portrait entitled “The second inauguration of President Franklin D. Roosevelt, January 20, 1937, in front of the reproduction of the Hermitage,” 15.5 x 13.75, signed and inscribed in fountain pen in the lower border, “For Frances Perkins, with my affectionate regards, Franklin D. Roosevelt.” Framed to an overall size of 17 x 15. In fine condition. Frances Perkins (1880–1965) was the US Secretary of Labor from 1933 to 1945, and the first woman appointed to the US Cabinet. As a loyal supporter of her friend, Franklin D. Roosevelt, she helped pull the labor movement into the New Deal coalition. She and Interior Secretary Harold Ickes were the only original members of the Roosevelt cabinet who remained in offices for his entire presidency. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RRAuction COA.
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