1900 Wood Engraving John Howard Payne Portrait Actor Poet Playwright XMA5

"John Howard Payne"

This is an original 1900 black and white in-text wood engraving of a portrait of American actor, poet, playwright, and songwriter, John Howard Payne. He is known for writing the song Home! Sweet Home! and for his firsthand accounts of the Cherokee Indians prior to the Trial of Tears. He was also romantically infatuated with Frankenstein author Mary Shelley during the time he spent in Europe.

CONDITION

This 112+ year old Item is rated Very Fine ++. Moderate aging throughout. There is light bleedthrough on this piece from the verso. Please note: There is printing on the verso. There is some light blemishing throughout.

• Product Type: Original In-Text Wood Engraving; Black / White
• Grade: Very Fine ++
• Dimensions: Approximately 4.5 x 5.5 inches; 11 x 14 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)

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