American author (1856–1923) best known for the juvenile classic Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm. Exceptional printed silhouette profile portrait of Wiggin, 11 x 14, very nicely hand-embellished in watercolors, including a lovely floral border along bottom, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Mr. & Mrs. J. W. Meaerne, With much affection, Kate Douglas Riggs 1911.” Housed in a period frame to an overall size of 11.25 x 14.25. In fine condition, with uniform overall toning. RRAuction COA.
