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“How History Unfolds On Paper from the Eric C. Caren

Collection Part VIII” at Sotheby’s Through July 21

NEW YORK CITY – Sotheby’s New York is presenting many rare, histor- Benjamin Harrison while governor of Virginia, is expected to raise a lot of
ical treasures from the Eric C. Caren Collection in its Fine Books and interest in collectors of both Revolutionary War and African-American
Manuscripts auction taking place online at history. Signed 20 June 1783, and countersigned by
Sothebys.com through July 21, 2020, 12 p.m. EDT. Thomas Meriwether, this document certifies that
“How History Unfolds on Paper, Part VIII” offers “Daniel Cumbo, a Black Revolutionary War soldier, is
authentic, historic pieces from the time of Columbus entitled to the proportion of land allowed a Private of
to the computer age. Many compelling documents are the Virginia Continental line for three years service.”
currently on view online, including a 1904 National Estimated at $6,000, the document is PSA certified.
League Championship Postcard signed by John “After 55 years of collecting, and seven previous
McGraw, with 1905 World Series content. The auctions of ‘How History Unfolds on Paper,’ I am
photo-composite postcard (3 3/8” x 5 1/4”), captioned pleased to be working with Sotheby’s on this eighth
“New York National Baseball Team” and “New York sale,” says Eric Caren. “Before approaching Sotheby’s,
Nationals Champions 1904,” features fifteen player portraits in uniform, I took the material to PSA, a powerhouse in the world of collecting. PSA has
arranged around a more formal portrait of manager John McGraw. A letter been a significant factor for many years, in the areas of coins, baseball cards,
of authenticity from PSA accompanies the lot. Estimate is $8,000-$12,000. autographs, comic books, etc. PSA evaluations help to solidify the connec-
Another auction highlight is a John Hancock tion between the objects and their origin. They
signature on Benjamin Lincoln’s Commission as represent the gold standard in the field of
Major General. The document was signed by authenticating and grading of collectibles. I was
John Hancock as President of Congress, 19 then extremely pleased and proud to contract
February 1777. The Continental Congress com- with Sotheby’s for the sale of these wonderful
mission as Major General issued to Benjamin historical documents! Sotheby’s has been the
Lincoln is one of the most significant single most famous auction house in the world
Continental Army appointments in private since the 18th century! Whether they are
hands and one of the most consequential made handling fine art or rare books, including of
during the Revolution. This PSA-certified docu- course Americana, their name and reputation for
ment, noted as one of the finest examples of excellence are without compare.”
Hancock iconic signature outside of the The Eric C. Caren Collection is one of the
Declaration of Independence, is estimated at largest (over 1 million pieces) private collections
$30,000-$50,000. in America and this sale also includes other significant historical pieces, rang-
A document confirming a land grant for Daniel Cumbo, an African- ing from the 1400s to the 20th century. For more information and to view
American patriot and veteran of the Continental Army, and signed by the catalog, go to sothebys.com or Click Here.

SOTHEBY’S PRESENTS

“How History Unfolds on Paper”

from the Eric C. Caren Collection, Part VIII

Online Auction: 6-21 July 2020 • 12:00 PM EDT • New York

New York’s summer auction of Fine Books and Manuscripts

Sothebys.com

For assistance with bidding and registration call 212-606-7000
or Email enquiries@sothebys.com

Every item PSA certified

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