- 2088
GEORGE WASHINGTON. AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED, 10 SEPTEMBER 1785, WITH SEPARATE NOTE IN THE HAND OF ELIZA PARKE CUSTIS
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- Autograph letter signed ("Go: Washington"), with separate autograph letter signed in the hand of Eliza Parke Custis, presenting Gideon Snow with a swatch of velvet worn by Washington
One page (7 3/8 x 3 in.; 190 x 75 mm), 10 September 1785; some toning, minor staining along lower margin. [With]: One page (7 3/4 x 9 3/4 in.; 195 x 248 mm) autograph letter signed ("Eliza Parke Custis"), Boston, 10 October 1828, to Gideon Snow, with a fragment of velvet worn by Washington; some toning and staining. Framed together. Not examined out of frame.
Condition
The Washington is mounted at the foot of the Custis note; both pieces have some light toning and staining. Framed together. Not examined out of frame.
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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.