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[John Hall, engraver.] Autograph Letter Signed ('Jno: Hall') to Thomas Pennant, regarding his portrait of the Admirable Crichton for Pennant's second 'Tour in Scotland', carrying an impression of his seal in red wax.

Author: 
John Hall (1739-1797), English engraver [Thomas Pennant (1726-1798), Welsh antiquary]
Publication details: 
Cheney Walk, Chelsea [London]. 7 February 1774.
£120.00

1p., 4to. Bifolium. In very good condition, on lightly-aged paper. Addressed on reverse of second leaf 'To Mr: Pennant | Downing in Flintshire', with two postmarks, and carrying a fair impression of his seal, cracked but intact. The letter reads: 'Sr | The portrait of ye Admirable Crichton is very near finished - I shall send you a proof in a few Days - Shall be oblig'd to you - for what writing you propose under the Head - that I may get it done in theh neatest manner'.

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