Original antique engraved portrait of John Marshall (1755–1835), the fourth and longest-serving Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court.
This finely detailed 19th-century portrait is titled “JOHN MARSHALL, L.L.D.” and is credited in the plate “Eng’d by W. G. Jackman.” It bears the publisher imprint “D. Appleton & Co., New York” below the printed facsimile signature.
The plate dates to approximately 1880 and was originally issued as a book illustration; printed text is visible on the reverse. A nice piece of early American legal, political, presidential-era, and Supreme Court history.
Details
Subject: John Marshall (1755–1835), U.S. Chief Justice
Engraver: W. G. Jackman
Publisher: D. Appleton & Co., New York
Date: Circa 1880
Medium: Original engraved portrait print on paper
Size: Approximately 5 x 7 inches
Unframed loose book plate
Condition: Good antique condition. Strong, clear image with light age toning, scattered small spots/foxing, and minor edge/corner handling wear. The sheet has text printed on the reverse from its original book issue. Please examine all photos carefully for the exact condition and appearance.
Please note: The “J Marshall” signature is printed as part of the original engraving and is not a hand-signed autograph.
Ships flat between rigid protective boards.