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Description:
Engraving of "John Wilkes Esq.," England, 18th century, the gentleman, famous for denouncing King George III, seated at his desk, quill in hand, identified below the image, in a black-painted molded Perry Hopf frame, overall 8 x 5 3/4 in.
Estimate $150-250
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Keywords
George III, John Wilkes Esq., Perry Hopf, United KingdomStephen L. Fletcher
Partner/Executive Vice President and Chief Auctioneer
Director of American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3000
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
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American Furniture & Decorative Arts
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