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Sartain, John, 1808-1897 [Engraving of William J. Worth]

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC08878.1045 Author/Creator: Sartain, John, 1808-1897 Place Written: Washington, District of Columbia Type: Engraving Date: 1848 Pagination: 1 print ; b&w Order a Copy

One print of William J. Worth engraved by John Sartain for Graham’s Magazine dated 1848. Includes a dedication and signature.

Sartain, John, 1808-1897
Worth, W. J. (William Jenkins), 1794-1849

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