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Lot #62
Franklin D. Roosevelt

FDR recognizes the recovery of a George Washington bust

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FDR recognizes the recovery of a George Washington bust

ANS signed “Franklin D. Roosevelt, Governor,” one page, 8 x 10.5, Executive Mansion letterhead, no date but between the years of 1929 and 1932. In full: "This famous bust of George Washington by Houdon, long the property of the State of New York, disappeared after the Capitol fire in 1911, and is now recovered by the kindness and untiring efforts of Mr. Irwin Thomas." In very good to fine condition, with scattered light creasing, primarily to the upper corners. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Fine Autographs And Artifacts
  • Dates: #495 - Ended March 15, 2017





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