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Auction 32 · Lot 310

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”

Estimate
$600–$900
Hammer price
$500

Historical auction record. Hammer prices exclude buyer’s premium and taxes.

author

ISAACS, RUFUS DANIEL (1860-1935

Place

New York, 1915

Description

Framed

summary

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
20 x 14 1/2 inches image size
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