The Canada Auction Series: Canadian Arts, Culture & History

November 26December 02, 2022
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LOT 57

Lot 57

Collection of Signatures of Twelve Governors General of Canada, 19th and early 20th centuries

Collection of Signatures of Twelve Governors General of Canada, 19th and early 20th centuries
Lot 57 Details
Collection of Signatures of Twelve Governors General of Canada, 19th and early 20th centuries

mostly clipped from letters and envelopes, including; Lord Stanley; Prince Arthur, Duke of Connaught; Lord Durham; Lord Dufferin; Albert Henry Geroge Grey, 4th Early Grey; Sir Thomas John Cochrane; Marquess of Lorne; John Campbell Hamilton-Gordon, 1st Marquess of Aberdeen and Temair; John Buchan, 1st Baron Tweedsmuir; Sir James Kempt; Sir Charles Bagot and Sir John Harvey
various sizes, largest 8 x 5 in — 20.3 x 12.7 cm

Estimate $200-$300

Realised: $780
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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LOT 57
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  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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