Antique Portrait Print JOHN QUINCY ADAMS, historical print

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Exquisite circa 1840s Steel Engraving - Published by Samuel Walker Artist: n/a - Engraved: n/a John Quincy Adams (1767-1848), 6th President of the United States (1825-29), son of John Adams and Abigail Adams and father of Charles Francis Adams (1807-86). He accompanied his father on missions to Europe, gaining broad knowledge from study and travel-he even accompanied (1781-83) Francis Dana to Russia - before returning home to graduate (1787) from Harvard and study law. Washington appointed (1794) him minister to the Netherlands, and in his father s administration he was minister to Prussia (1797 1801). Cold and introspective, Adams was not generally popular, but he was respected for his high-mindedness and knowledge. His interest in science led him to promote the Smithsonian Institution. A beautiful elaborate fleur de lis scrollwork decorative border surrounds the portrait image typical of John Tallis work or art. A facsimile signature is printed at the bottom. Approximate Portrait Image Area Size: 4 3/8 X 5 1/2 inches Approximate Size With Decorated Border and vignettes: 6 1/2 X 9 inches Approximate Overall Size with margins: 8 X 11 inches CONDITION: Very Good Condition. Portrait Image area and scrollwork area is clean, clear and sharp with beautiful detail and in Very Good Condition. Blank on Reverse side and printed heavier paper. This beautiful print would look great matted and framed. An art supply store can provide you with a selection of frames for old art treasures. N° de ref. del artículo 12448

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