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Antique 1918 Penman Art & Calligraphy: "The Trail of the Lonesome Pine" John Fox:
$55.00
Description:STRIKINGEXAMPLE OF EARLY 20TH CENTURY PENMAN ART
Thisis a unique "Association Copy" of the 1908 classic TheTrail of the Lonesome Pine by John Fox, Jr. While the book itselfis a charming antique reprint, the true value lies in the originalcalligraphic artwork found on the front endpapers.
Featuresof the Calligraphy:
Artist: Aldon W. Morse, a self-identified "Penman."
Location/Date: Greenwich, Ohio, 1918.
Artwork: A stunning example of "off-hand flourishing" featuring a large, stylized bird and elegant Spencerian-style script.
Historical Significance: This represents the height of American penmanship culture before the art form was largely lost to the
Cover: Original cloth with visible wear to the spine ends and edges.
Interior: Notable water staining (tide marks) along the bottom margin of several pages, including the art pages. However, the ink remains crisp, and the artwork is fully legible and clear.
Binding: Holding steady but shows age-related tenderness.
Thisis a perfect piece for collectors of Ohio history, American folk art,or antique calligraphy.
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