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Samuel Johnson Four Words in His Hand. On a 2.5" x .5" strip of paper which is affixed to a 4" x 6" piece of paper. ...
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Samuel Johnson Four Words in His Hand. On a 2.5" x .5" strip of paper which is affixed to a 4" x 6" piece of paper. Famed lexicographer, and author of the Dictionary of the English Language, Johnson has written, "You must not wonder". Complete letters by Johnson sell for upwards of $15,000 at auction, making this a unique opportunity to own an original exemplar of his holograph. Together with a 5.5" x 7.5" engraving. Both are fine.Auction Info
2009 October Grand Format Historical Manuscripts Auction #6031 (go to Auction Home page)
Auction Dates
October, 2009
16th-17th
Friday-Saturday
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