Edward Everett
Date1858
Engraver
Hezekiah Wright Smith
(American, 1828 - 1889)
Geography
Published -
United States
Medium/TechniqueInk on paper; line engraving, lithograph
DimensionsOverall: 20 in. x 28 in. (50.8 cm x 71.12 cm)
Credit LineGift of Sarah Meschutt in memory of David R. Meschutt, 2007
Object numberM-4575
DescriptionThis print is a portrait image of Edward Everett, the notable and prolific politician who served as a U.S. Senator, Governor of Massachusetts, Minister to Great Britain, and Secretary of State during his lifetime. It is based on an original painting by Moses Wight. MarkingsPrinted in ink below the bottom left corner of the image: "Painted by M. Wight".
Printed in ink below the image, centered: "To the Ladies Mount Vernon Association of the Union. / the Portrait is respectfully dedicated by the Artist. / Entered according to Act of Congress in the year 1858 by M. Wight in the Clerk's Office of the District Court of the District of Massachusetts".
Printed in ink below the bottom right corner of the image: "Engraved by H. Wright Smith / Edward Everett".
Printed in ink on the bottom right corner: "W.M. Miller, Printer".
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1739-1800
