1937 Print Ward McAllister Four Hundred New York Caroline Astor Portrait FZ3

This is an original 1937 halftone print of Ward McAllister of New York. McAllister coined the phrase the "Four Hundred," the number of people in New York who were considered high society, and could easily fit inside of Mrs. Caroline Astor's ballroom. McAllister appointed himself as the judge of New York society and ruled from the 1860s to the early 1890s.

CONDITION

This 74+ year old Item is rated Near Mint / Very Fine+. Light aging throughout. No creases. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Please note that there is print on the reverse.

• Product Type: Original Halftone Print; Black / White
• Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine+
• Dimensions: Approximately 3.75 x 6.75 inches; 10 x 17 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: Costume, Design, Attorney, Portraiture

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