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Lincoln, Abraham
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
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Description
- Lincoln, Abraham
- Autograph letter signed ("A. Lincoln"), to General Halleck
- paper
1 page (7 3/4 x 4 3/4 in.; 197 x 120 mm) on "Executive Mansion" stationery, Washington, 8 December 1862; one fold crease near center. Matted, glazed and framed, with an engraved portrait of Lincoln.
Provenance
Roy P. Crocker (sale in these rooms, 28 November 1979, lot 194)
Condition
center fold
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
Lincoln suggests an appointment.
"This morning Hon. Mr. Granger & Hon. Robert J. Walker call to ask that Col. Justus I McCarty [1847-1881] may be appointed a Brigadier General. They say he has a good record; and I shall be obliged if you will have it examined in reference to such appointment. He was nominated last session, and fell among the large number passed over by the Senate. It is said the Secretary of War fully understands the case."