Mark Twain Framed Photo & Signature Presentation
$3,995.00
Description
This incredibly rare photo presentation includes a 2-3/4″ x 4-1/2″ off-white sheet
handsomely signed by Mark Twain (Samuel Clemens) in black steel tip pen.
The signed sheet is in fine overall condition, and authenticated and
encapsulated by PSA/DNA. Also included in the presentation is a photo
of the famed author. Samuel Clemens signing as his pen name “Mark
Twain” is more rare and has more value than that of a “Samuel Clemens”
signature.
Samuel Langhorne Clemens is better known by his pen name Mark Twain. One
of the most famous authors and humorists, he wrote the Adventures of
Tom Sawyer. However, Twain’s sequel, Adventures of Huckleberry Finn,
has been often called “The Great American Novel”. The setting of both
novels was inspired by Twain’s upbringing in Missouri. Other ideas for
his writing came from his previous jobs as a printer, miner, and
riverboat captain. Notably, his time as a riverboat captain gave him
his pen name, Mark Twain, from “mark twain,” the cry for a measured
river depth of two fathoms.
Beyond his writing, Twain had a passion for science and technology,
patenting three inventions. He spent much time with his friend Nikola
Tesla in Tesla’s laboratory. Twain was also fond of Thomas Edison.
Edison himself once visited Mark Twain and filmed him for use in a
short-film. This passion for science is said to have inspired his novel
“A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court”, which featured a time
traveler.
Mark Twain has been praised among all else for his wit and satire and
has been often called the “greatest American humorist of his age”. This fine framed piece is perhaps the most rare item you can add to any collection.
Due to the very unique nature of this product we must charge your credit card for the full price immediately upon taking your order. This policy ensures we reserve the framed presentation for you. We will confirm your order by Email. Please allow at least 2 weeks for delivery.
