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Auction 90, Lot 397

"Study",

Subject: Callifgraphy

Period: 1770 (circa)

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Color: Black & White

Size:
8 x 13 inches
20.3 x 33 cm
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Fine example of fine calligraphy by the foremost copperplate calligrapher of the 18th century. The beautiful verse was written by Willington Clarke extolling the study of scripture. Includes an engraving of a cherub riding a winged horse.

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Condition: A+

Estimate: $50 - $60

Sold for: $90

Closed on 3/15/2000

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