US Naval Academy Founder Hon George Bancroft Original Engraving By Perine 1860’s

Description: Original engraving by Perine NY Hon. George Bancroft Engraving is over 150 years old. Bancroft was an American historian, statesman and Democratic politician who was prominent in promoting secondary education both in his home state of Massachusetts and at the national and international levels. During his tenure as U.S. Secretary of the Navy, he established the United States Naval Academy at Annapolis. He was a senior American diplomat in Europe, leading diplomatic missions to Britain and Germany. Among his best-known writings is the magisterial series, History of the United States, from the Discovery of the American Continent. Condition: no foxing , some toning on edges and some dirt on top left see phots but wont see once matted and framed. looks really good with a mat and black frame it would look wonderful . Really nice considering its age Great condition see photos. Size:12 by 9 1/2 inches actual picture without writing 7 by 5 1/8 inches If you google this engraving you will see many collections have this engraving. The library of Congress sells photos of this engraving. Made for Electic Magazine. Great piece of history. We got these while we were living in Philadelphia. Bought at an antique store and always thought we would open a store to sell prints but now retired so just selling. Have over 200 engravings. Have sat in a box for over 30 years. Lots of copies of this engraving but this is an original. Note the size of this engraving compared to others.

Price: 19.99 USD

Location: Waban, Massachusetts

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