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Savage, Edward (1761-1817) to Henry Knox

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.05295 Author/Creator: Savage, Edward (1761-1817) Place Written: London, England Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 22 January 1792 Pagination: 1 p. : address : docket ; 23.3 x 18.9 cm. Order a Copy

Per Knox's request, he has sent Knox prints of the portrait he painted of Knox. Hopes they will meet with Knox and his wife's approval.

Edward Savage was an American portrait painter who spent time living in Europe, particularly London.

Knox, Henry, 1750-1806
Savage, Edward, 1761-1817

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