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Lot #216
Lee de Forest Signed Photograph

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Description

Prolific American inventor (1873-1961) often referred to as 'the father of radio' for his pioneering work in wireless telegraphy. Vintage glossy 4 x 5 photo of de Forest hard at work, signed in blue ballpoint, "Lee de Forest, Mar 18 57." In very good to fine condition, with a paperclip impression to the top edge, and surface impressions from typed notations on the back.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Fine Autograph and Artifacts Featuring Major Figures of Science and Technology
  • Dates: #665 - Ended May 10, 2023





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