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Lot #275
John Muir

Incredibly rare portrait of the Sierra Club founder

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Incredibly rare portrait of the Sierra Club founder

Naturalist and author (1838–1914) who gained the establishment of Yosemite National Park. Very rare vintage 7.75 x 10.75 photo, originally done by J. Edward B. Greene in 1909, signed in the lower border in black ink. Reverse of the image bears several publication stamps and pencil notations. In very good condition, with two red cropping notations to image, small tear to bottom edge through opening stroke of last name of signature, missing three corner tips, and scattered creases. This image of Muir is the first we have offered in over 30 years, with his signature measuring an impressive 4.5″ long. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Rare Manuscript, Document & Autograph
  • Dates: #413 - Ended August 14, 2013





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