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Lot #567
John Trumbull

Requesting the delivery of prints

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Requesting the delivery of prints

Distinguished American painter (1756–1843) best known for his vivid historical scenes, and in particular for his epic canvas “Declaration of Independence,” which appears on the two-dollar bill. ALS signed “Jn. Trumbull,” 8 x 9.75, September 2, 1808. Trumbull writes to David Lenox in Philadelphia. In part: “My letters from Mr. Camman complain of want of success in his pursuit, of course I presume he has not given you much trouble about delivering prints. Will you be so good, upon the receipt of this, as to cause the box which I left in your hands to be carefully nailed up; (the prints being first secured by placing one of the pasteboards at top, & securing it with a batten, unless the box be full) & shipped by one of the coasters to the care of your brother Robert in New York?—& will you at the same time, cause the tin case to be enclosed in a box (least iy should be opened, & the contents injured) & shipped at the same time to the same address?…” The recipient was a U.S. Marshal; his brother, Robert, as well as Robert’s wife, Rachel, were the subject of portraits by Trumbull. In very good condition, with intersecting folds (vertical fold to last name; short edge separations and a few associated chips), two circular stains to body, and scattered toning and mild handling wear. The signature is large, dark, and clean. Auction LOA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.

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  • Dates: #337 - Ended September 17, 2008