Unusual AQS on an off-white 5.5 x 4.5 sheet, prominently signed at the conclusion, “Sam Houston.” “Woman is lovely to the sight, / as gentle as the dews of even[ing], / as bright as morning’s earliest light, / and spotless as the snows of Heaven.” Beautifully archivally suede-matted and framed with an impressive color image, engraved biographical plate, and transcriptive plaque to an overall size of 21 x 21. Light toning, a small tear to the top edge, and brushing to one word and the first letter of his signature, otherwise fine condition. Interestingly, Houston recited this exact verse on multiple occasions while speaking on the campaign trail when running for governor of Texas in 1859. An authentic legend of American history.
