1929 Print Theodore Jr Kermit Roosevelt Ningyuan French Mission Suydam XGZ5

This is an original 1929 black and white halftone print of Chinese villagers at a French mission in the city of Ningyuan. The smaller caption reads, "The old fellow has been christened Soflerino by the Fathers."

This piece is part of a chronicling of the South China expedition of Theodore Roosevelt Jr. and Kermit Roosevelt, sons of President Theodore Roosevelt.

Photography by Suydam Cutting

CONDITION

This 82+ year old Item is rated Near Mint / Very Fine. No creases. No natural defects.No surface rub.No tears. No water damage. Please note: There is printing on the verso.

• Product Type: Original Halftone Print; Black / White
• Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine
• Dimensions: Approximately 8 x 5 inches; 20 x 13 cm
• Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
• Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

Keywords specific to this image: cane, children, boys, changshan, missionaries, converts

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