Description:
Baldwin, Abraham (1754-1807) Autograph Letter Signed, 8 January 1804. Single folio format laid paper leaf, inscribed on one side. To Baldwin's half-brother Henry (1780-1844),thanking him for the recent letter, sending a newspaper (not present),mentioning an upcoming "trial of the impeachments" on the fourth of February, and making a brotherly dig, "It gives me great pleasure that your heir apparent grows and prospers, I hope he will be a better man than his father." Some old folds, marginal tear affecting a few letters above the signature, 13 x 7 3/4 in.
Abraham Baldwin was the delegate from Georgia to the Congress of the Confederation, founding President of the University of Georgia, Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Georgia's second district, Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Georgia, United States Senator from Georgia, and President pro tempore of the U.S. Senate. He signed the U.S. Constitution.
Estimate $3,000-5,000
The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Keywords
Henry, United StatesJohn Dorfman
Director, Books & Manuscripts
508-970-3293
Fine Books & Manuscripts
The Fine Books & Manuscripts department delivers scholarship, expertise, and attention to detail in appraisals, evaluations, and auctions of rare books and historically important material ranging from medieval manuscripts to presidential documents.