1895 Steel Engraving Portrait William A. Prentiss Milwaukee WI Republican HWC1

This is an original 1895 black and white steel engraving of a portrait of William Augustus Prentiss, who first came to Milwaukee in 1836 from his hometown in Northfield, Massachusetts. Prentiss was the first Republican Mayor of Milwaukee. He was also a prominent and active member in the community, serving on the Wisconsin State Assembly, the Milwaukee Pioneer Association, the Milwaukee Common Council, the Board of Trustees of the Village of Milwaukee. He was also the first president in the formation of Wisconsin's constitution.

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 8.25 inches; 18 x 21 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: Political Figures, Politicians, Government, Governmental Figures, Legislators, Legislative

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