Poor Richard's Way to Wealth

Poor Richard's Way to Wealth

Catalogue No: P134

£ 650.00

Description:

A wonderful and very rare plaque by C. T. Maling & Sons. One of a series based on Benjamin Franklin's 'Poor Richard's Almanack' 1732. The transfer contrasts with the plain, undecorated background. Impressed 'Robert Maling' to rear.

One of a series based on Benjamin Franklin's 'Poor Richard's Almanack' 1732

 

Circa 1830-50 

 

Approx - 8 inches (200mm) tall x 9 inches (225mm) wide. 

 

In fair condition with a chipped corner,  paint loss to the left of the transfer and a general 'worn' appearance. Magnificent!

 

 

 

For a similar piece see: S Moore Malinger, the Trademark of Excellence   page 22 

 

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