Levi Woodbury is descended from Puritan Settlers of New England. Graduated from Dartmouth College, had a distinguished career in government: Senate Clerk, Superior Court Judge; Governor of NH; Speaker of NH House; US Senator; Secretary of the Navy; Secretary of the Treasury then Justice of the US Supreme Court.
J.B. Longacre was Chief Engraver of the US Mint from 1844 - 1869. Responsible for designing some of the most famous United States coinage including: Flying Eagle Cent, Indian Cent, 2 Cent Piece, 3 Cent Piece, Shield Nickel, Liberty Seated Series; 3 Dollar Gold Piece and Liberty 20 Dollar gold piece (1849-1907).
Frame is 8.25" x 10.25", engraving is approximately 6.75" x 8.75". The engraving states: "Drawn From Life and engraved by J.B. Longacre". Woodbury's signature is under the portrait but we cannot tell if it is a signature or part of the printing of the engraving.
Shipping is available.
Expected wear & tear for age
Fine Art, Works on Paper
20%
WHERE TO PICK UP:
White Mtns Estate Services
1028 NH-16
Ossipee New Hampshire 03864
Friday, 5/10, 10:30 am to 3:30 pm
Saturday, 5/11, 10:30 am to 3:30 pm
Please TEXT aucti0on manager at 713-298-4355 (do not call) with your anticipated pickup arrival time.
Winning bidder must provide their own packaging materials, including boxes, wrapping paper, moving blankets, and labor to load furniture. Minimal assistance will be available at pick-up to assist with loading furniture and larger pieces.
ALTERNATE PICK UP & SHIPPING:
In-House Shipping
1028 NH-16
Ossipee New Hampshire 03864
Alternative pickup or shipping must be requested by email.
SHIPPING OPTIONS:
NH
We do in-house shipping of most non-furniture and household items.
Please do not ask for a shipping quote, due to the numerous variables shipping will not be quoted.
We charge a $5 packing fee per invoice, plus significantly discounted USPS or UPS rates plus actual packing material costs. Are total shipping costs usually come in cheaper that the retail USPS or UPS published rates.
Thank you for your understanding!
Kirk GIlmore | (713) 298-4355 | kirk@gilco.net
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