First Marquess of Reading). Three-quarter length portrait seated facing front in judge's gown and wig. Signed “Reading” with additional inscription in pencil, bottom right, stating, "thirteenth proof from copper plate," signed, “Jas Fagan”
AUCTION 32 |
Thursday, March 23rd,
2006 at 1:00
Fine Judaica: Printed Books, Autographed Letters, Manuscripts, Graphics and Ceremonial Art
Lot 310
ISAACS, RUFUS DANIEL (1860-1935
First Marquess of Reading). Three-quarter length portrait seated facing front in judge's gown and wig. Signed “Reading” with additional inscription in pencil, bottom right, stating, "thirteenth proof from copper plate," signed, “Jas Fagan”
New York, 1915:
Est: $600 - $900
PRICE REALIZED $500
First Marquess of Reading, Lord Chief Justice, Viceroy of India and British Foreign Minister, Isaacs proved to be an outstanding figure in Anglo-Jewish history. His reputation as a remarkable counsel amassed him both fortune and honor. The only Jew to be named Marquess, Isaacs showed considerable interest in Jewish and Zionist affairs toward the end of his life