Renowned American Shakespearean actor (1833–1893) and brother of Lincoln assassin John Wilkes Booth. Nice 2.5 x 4 carte-de-visite photo of Booth by Gurney of New York, boldly signed under the image in black ink. Reverse bears a presentation inscription in an unknown hand which reads, “Respectfully presented to Miss Pratt, with compliments of Miss Booth & D, May 28, ’69.” In fine condition, with a few light spots of soiling to background and a few surface dings. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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