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Lot #250
Alexander Fleming

Scarce portrait of the penicillin pioneer

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Scarce portrait of the penicillin pioneer

Scottish bacteriologist (1881–1955) who shared the 1945 Nobel Prize in Medicine for his role in the discovery and isolation of penicillin. Vintage matte-finish 4.25 x 6.25 photo of an artist’s portrait of Fleming, signed in black ink. In fine condition, with a few faint surface creases and a trivial paperclip impression to top edge. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Fine Autographs And Artifacts
  • Dates: #475 - Ended May 11, 2016




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