08-09-200908-09-2009
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsMarlborough MA
2468Marlborough
August 9, 2009 11:00 AMCalender
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Small Framed Reward of Merit with Bird Motif

Small Framed Reward of Merit with Bird Motif
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$889$750
Auction: American Furniture & Decorative Arts - 2468Location: MarlboroughDate / Time: August 09, 2009 11:00AM

Description:

Small Framed Reward of Merit with Bird Motif, America, 19th century, ink on card depicting a fanciful bird with the inscription "This may certify that James M. Hale is a fine scholar and learns well (signed) Louisa Wells," the reverse inscribed "J.M. Hale, born June 4, 18-5 Given him at the age of 5 or 6 yr. old.," (toning),3 x 3 in., in a period brass frame.
Estimate $200-250

Keywords

J.M. Hale, James M. Hale, Louisa Wells

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