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A Catalogue of the Collection of Autographs Formed by Ferdinand Julius Dreer, 1893, Vol. 2 of 2 (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

Dreer, Ferdinand Julius

 
9780331259827: A Catalogue of the Collection of Autographs Formed by Ferdinand Julius Dreer, 1893, Vol. 2 of 2 (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Rare autographs come to life in one complete catalog. This two-volume, 1893 collection showcases a private arrangement of historic signatures and letters collected by Ferdinand J. Dreer, Volume II of the set. It presents a curated mix of statesmen, writers, and military figures, offering a window into correspondence and document culture from the 18th and 19th centuries.

The book serves as a reference for collectors and researchers, revealing how autograph material was organized and presented for private distribution in its era. It includes representative entries with biographical notes and dating, giving context to the signed items and their historical moments.


  • A structured, itemized showcase of autograph letters and signatures.

  • Biographical context to help identify and date each entry.

  • Evidence of the era’s private distribution practices for collectible autographs.

  • Illustrative examples of correspondence from notable figures across American history.



Ideal for readers of historic documents, autograph collecting, and 19th-century bibliophiles seeking a window into private cataloging practices of the time.

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