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Bayard Taylor

“A bad photograph of Bayard Taylor”

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“A bad photograph of Bayard Taylor”

American poet, literary critic, translator, and travel author (1825–1878) who is probably best known for his translation of Goethe’s Faust. Original carte-de-visite portrait, 2.25 x 3.75, by J. Gurney and Son, humorously signed below the image in black ink, “A bad photograph of Bayard Taylor.” In fine condition, with light soiling slightly affecting the signature, and some silvering to the image. RRAuction COA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: November Monthly
  • Dates: #395 - Ended November 14, 2012