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Wellstood, Benson & Hanks, ca.1847-49 Original Pen, Ink and Watercolor Portrait for Vignette Design.

Currency:USD Category:Art / General - Antique Paintings Start Price:120.00 USD Estimated At:240.00 - 400.00 USD
Wellstood, Benson & Hanks, ca.1847-49 Original Pen, Ink and Watercolor Portrait for Vignette Design.
SOLD
525.00USDto floor+ buyer's premium
This item SOLD at 2015 Dec 11 @ 17:00UTC-5 : EST/CDT
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New York, 1847-1849, original pen, ink and watercolor illustration of Native Americans with large pot on fire with visitor watching, the design is 3.5 inches by 1.5 inches painted on thin cardboard, 6 by 4 inches, Evidence of previous mounting on back, the face appear in excellent condition with minor foxing on face. Wellstood, Benson & Hanks, was formed in 1847 and shortly after changed its name to Wellstood, Hanks, Hay & Whiting (ca.1848-49). Unique artwork from this historic and pioneer banknote engraving firm that in 1858 was merged with American Bank Note Company. One of 5 examples of this historic firms work in this sale.