Auction: Books & Manuscripts - 2483Location: BostonDate / Time: November 15, 2009 11:00AM
Description:
(Lincoln and Johnson Second Inauguration Invitation), Engraved invitation with original envelope, issued Mrs. Louise L. Bacon, showing a double portrait of the President-elect and Vice President-elect above a double-colonnade topped with eagles, designed by Bruff, engraved by Dempsey & O'Toole, 10 1/2 by 7 5/8 in., (envelope with soiling and minor tears).
Estimate $600-800