1924 Cover Youth's Companion Andre Castaigne Art Benjamin Franklin Paris YYC5

Please note that this is a cover only!

This is an original 1924 color cover for The Youth's Companion magazine, October 9, 1924, that features an illustration by Jean Alexandre Michel André Castaigne (1861-1929), that portrays American founding father, Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790), as the US ambassador to France.

CONDITION

This 89+ year old Item is rated Very Fine +. Light aging throughout. Moderate creasing. There is light bleedthrough on this piece from the verso. Some light surface rub. Small tear - right margin. Please note: There is an original address stamp in the top left corner.

• Product Type: Original Cover; Color
• Grade: Very Fine +
• Dimensions: Approximately 10.75 x 13.75 inches; 27 x 35 cm
• Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
• Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

This piece was illustrated by Castaigne, J Andre. Artist signature in print - bottom left of image.

Keywords specific to this image: Revolutionary War, Historic Milestones

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