Associate justice of the Supreme Court (1841–1935) from 1902 to 1932. Matte-finish 6.75 x 10.25 Harris and Ewing photo of Holmes posing in his judicial robe, signed in the lower border in black ink, “Oliver Wendell Holmes, March 24, 1931.” Double-cloth-matted and framed (in what appears to be the original frame) to an overall size of 16 x 20. In fine condition, with a bit of scattered mild silvering and some surface impressions to background of top right. Holmes is uncommon in signed photos, particularly formal portraits. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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