1895 Steel Engraving Portrait John C. Koch German Milwaukee Republican HWC1

This is an original 1895 black and white steel engraving of a portrait of John C. Koch, a native of Hamburg, Germany, who first came to Milwaukee in 1854. Koch is most recognized for serving as a Republican affiliated mayor of Milwaukee. Koch also held high ranking positions with the Milwaukee Exposition Company, Concordia College, Trinity Lutheran Church, the Lutheran Home, Concordia Fire Insurance Company and the Milwaukee Advancement Association.

CONDITION

This 116+ year old Item is rated Near Mint / Very Fine. Light aging throughout. Moderate wrinkling. - center. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage.

• Product Type: Original Steel Engraving; Black / White
• Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine
• Dimensions: Approximately 7 x 7.5 inches; 18 x 19 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: Governmental, Political Figures

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