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MOURNING PRINT TO GEORGE WASHINGTON, CIRCA 1801
Estimate
2,000 - 2,500 USD
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Description
- cloth, paper, hair
Inscribed G. Washington./There is Rest in HEAVEN";"SACRED to the MEMORY of the ILLUSTRIOUS G. WASHINGTON. Together with a cotton bag, Susan Webster, Weare, New Hampshire, circa 1820 inscribed: Sacred/To the memory of Mrs Betsy Tucker who/died March 25th,1820/in the 29th yr of her age & Abig al Webster who d../August 19th 1807 aged 3 yrs/They die in Jesus and are blest./How sweet their slumbers are/From sufferings, and from sin releas'd/And freed from every snare; on Reverse: Wrought by/Susan Webster/Weare, N.H. at bottom Beware, all that the earth calls happiness, beware,/ All joys, but joys which never can expire. Defer not till tomorrow to be wise, Tomorrow's sun to thee may never rise.; and a paper, hair, and hairwork mourning brooch. 3 pieces.
Provenance
The first: Ron de Silva, New York.
The second: Gift of Ron Bourgeault.
The third: Sharon Platt, Manchester, Missouri.
The second: Gift of Ron Bourgeault.
The third: Sharon Platt, Manchester, Missouri.
Condition
A. Staining and discoloration. B. In good condition overall. Small stains; C. Missing clasp on back. The paper is slightly cupped.
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.