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Laura Bridgman

Laura Bridgman

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Laura Bridgman

New Hampshire born personality (1829–1889) who was the first deaf-blind American person to learn to communicate in the English language. Two items: signed biblical quotation written and signed in pencil on an off-white lightly-lined sheet. In full: “Thou art the strength of my life. Laura D. Bridgman, Hanover N. H.” Matted with a photo of Bridgman to an overall size of 17 x 14; and a pencil signature, “Laura D. Bridgman,” on an off-white slip. Matted with a seated portrait of Bridgman to an overall size of 8 x 11. In overall fine condition, with a small spot of toning to the first items and a bit of scattered light soiling to the second item. RRAuction COA.

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  • Dates: #362 - Ended October 13, 2010