THOMAS JEFFERSON (American, 1743-1826) 3RD PRESIDENT OF THE U.S. 1801-1809.

THOMAS JEFFERSON (American, 1743-1826) 3RD PRESIDENT OF THE U.S. 1801-1809. After serving as Vice President, 1797-1801 under John Adams. First President to be elected by the House of Representatives. Signer of the Declaration of Independence. Member of the Continental Congress. Autographed one page letter signed “Th Jefferson Quarto, Monitcello, August 15 1816”. Written to “David Gelston Esq.”. David Gelston (1733-1828). An early supporter of independence and was appointed by Jefferson Collector of the Port of New York in 1801, which he held until 1820. Jefferson pens (in full)

“Dear Sir Your favors of July 31. and Aug. 6 are both at hand. I considered that of July 31. as answered by mine of Aug. 3. altho’ not then received: and indeed the general request I made you in that, anticipated the subject of your last letter also; by requesting all articles received for me to be consigned to mess.rs Gibson & Jefferson of Richmond, drawing on them for whatever articles of expense may be referred to them, and notifying me of any others. if the bank paper of Richmond is receivable with you I could always myself make prompt returns to you by mail. if not receivable I should always be obligated to remit thro’ my correspondents at Richmond. I shall often be needing apologies for these troubles to you, which I hope you will excuse and be assured of my great esteem and respect. Th. Jefferson”

Nicely housed in a decorative molded wood painted frame with linen and decorative mattes having two windows, one for the letter and another for an engraving of Jefferson. PROVENANCE: Estate of Dr. and Mrs. Stanwood Schmidt of Eureka, CA. SIGHT SIZE: Letter 6-1/4” h x 7-1/2” w. CONDITION: Very good. 9-95994 (12,000-14,000)

Auction: Fine Art, Antiques & Asian - Samoset 2003

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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	36	$20,700.00	THOMAS JEFFERSON (American, 1743-1826) 3RD PRESIDENT OF THE U.S. 1801-1809. After serving as Vice President, 1797-1801 under John Adams. First President to be elected by the House of Representatives. Signer of the Declaration of Independence. Member of the Continental Congress. Autographed one page letter signed “Th Jefferson Quarto, Monitcello, August 15 1816”. Written to “David Gelston Esq.”. David Gelston (1733-1828). An early supporter of independence and was appointed by Jefferson Collector of the Port of New York in 1801, which he held until 1820. Jefferson pens (in full) “Dear Sir Your favors of July 31. and Aug. 6 are both at hand. I considered that of July 31. as answered by mine of Aug. 3. altho’ not then received: and indeed the general request I made you in that, anticipated the subject of your last letter also; by requesting all articles received for me to be consigned to mess.rs Gibson & Jefferson of Richmond, drawing on them for whatever articles of expense may be referred to them, and notifying me of any others. if the bank paper of Richmond is receivable with you I could always myself make prompt returns to you by mail. if not receivable I should always be obligated to remit thro’ my correspondents at Richmond. I shall often be needing apologies for these troubles to you, which I hope you will excuse and be assured of my great esteem and respect. Th. Jefferson” Nicely housed in a decorative molded wood painted frame with linen and decorative mattes having two windows, one for the letter and another for an engraving of Jefferson. PROVENANCE: Estate of Dr. and Mrs. Stanwood Schmidt of Eureka, CA. SIGHT SIZE: Letter 6-1/4” h x 7-1/2” w. CONDITION: Very good. 9-95994 (12,000-14,000) Auction: Fine Art, Antiques & Asian - Samoset 2003 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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