- 2090
ALEXANDER HAMILTON. AUTOGRAPH MANUSCRIPT LEAF OF DRAFT OF NEW YORK LAND TAX LAW, CA. 9 FEBRUARY 1787
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- Autograph manuscript of pages 21–22 of Hamilton’s third draft of a New York State bill for “An Act for Raising Certain Yearly Taxes within This State"
2 pages (12 x 8 3/8 in.; 305 x 312 mm) on a single leaf, with numerous autograph corrections and emendations, [New York, ca. March 1787]; a little bit of soiling, some short fold separations and repairs. Matted, framed, and glazed with Plexiglas.
Condition
2 pages (12 x 8 3/8 in.; 305 x 312 mm) on a single leaf, [New York, ca. March 1787]; a little bit of soiling, some short fold separations and repairs. Matted, framed, and glazed with Plexiglas.
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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.