American Furniture & Decorative Arts
Description:
Pen and Ink Portrait and Poem, Sarah Zimmerman, mid-19th century, a portrait appearing to be Benjamin Franklin within a leafy frame above two circular leafy frames with bible verses, signed below the image, in a molded and red-stained poplar frame, ht. 14 3/4, wd. 12 7/8 in.
The property of Carolyn and Tom Porter
Estimate $300-500
Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Keywords
Tom Porter, Carolyn, Sarah ZimmermanStephen L. Fletcher
Partner/Executive Vice President and Chief Auctioneer
Director of American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3000
Jonathan Dowling
Director, Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
508-970-3131
Christopher D. Fox
Vice President
Director, Historic Arms & Militaria
Associate Deputy Director, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3200
Paul O’Hara
Business Administrator, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3224
American Furniture & Decorative Arts
From the heart of New England, the American Furniture & Decorative Arts department regularly uncovers treasures with rich and enduring history and hosts auctions to world-wide renown.