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Lot #638
John Ames Mitchell

Original sketch by the founder of Life

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Original sketch by the founder of Life

Publisher, architect, artist, and novelist who co-founded Life magazine in 1883 (1844–1918). Original vintage signed ink sketch of a cherub on horseback on an off-white 6.25 x 7.75 sheet, signed in black ink, “J. A. Mitchell.” In fine condition. Many issues of Life magazine with covers designed by Charles Dana Gibson featured a similar cherub theme. RR Auction COA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Rare Manuscript, Document & Autograph
  • Dates: #410 - Ended June 19, 2013