Subject: Portraits

This item is a bookplate featuring a fine engraving of a nude male figure. The bookplate bears the inscription "Ex Libris Siegmund und Helene Baruch." The date of creation is estimated to be around 1910 based on the donor's information.

Broadside advertisement for Cohen Bros., merchants in Lawrenceburg, Indiana. The front of the broadside is a portrait of Lucretia Garfield, wife of U.S. president James Garfield. The reverse side features a full illustration of a folding chair, with text describing the product's features and advantages. The advertisement also lists other goods sold by Cohen Bros., including lamps, albums, bibles, silverware, lace curtains, chenille covers, rugs, sewing machines, willow rockers, center tables, pictures, frames, mirrors, and more.

Trade card depicting a bust of a lady. The card is part of the Ostrander Collection (Ms. Coll. 1410) and is housed in Binder 1, Page 24, of the OOS collection. The card dates from circa 1885 and its geographic location is associated with the coordinates 42.6387819998483, -83.2926959998299, suggesting a location in the United States. The subject matter relates to mercantile themes.

Cabinet photograph of Clara Lipman, a well-known Jewish actress, in costume. The photograph is signed by Lipman and dated 1897 on the reverse by a former owner. The image is sharp and in excellent condition, mounted on its original studio card measuring 4 1/2 x 6 1/2 inches. The photographer's signature, "Schloss/W. 23 Street, New York," is printed on both the front and back. Lipman was born in Chicago in 1875 and began her acting career at age 10. She frequently performed with her husband, Louis Mann, and was also a playwright.

Original charcoal portrait of Frances Noah Hart, executed on October 16, 1840, by Alex Edouard. The 11 x 14 inch portrait depicts a seated Hart at age 82, her shawl and bonnet highlighted with silver. The artist's signature, "ALEX. EDOUART, Fecit OCT. 16'th, 1840," appears in the corner. A label affixed to the back of the frame identifies Hart as the aunt of Major M. M. Noah of New York, wife of Ephraim Hart of New York, and mother of Harriet Judith (wife of Benjamin Hart of Montreal). It notes her death in Montreal in 1843 at age 85 and mentions her as an aunt of Commander Uriah P. Levy, U.S.N. The portrait is housed in its original 15 x 18 bird's-eye maple frame. Accompanying materials include photostats of biographical sketches of Alex Edouard and Ephraim Hart.

Hand-colored lithograph blotter published by D. Rice & A. N. Hart, depicting Pocahontas and Powhatan Indians. Published in the United States around 1900.

Hand-colored lithograph depicting A-Na-Cam-E-Gish-Ca, a Chippewa chief. Published by D. Rice & A. N. Hart in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, undated. Part of a series of lithographs of Native American leaders.

Hand-colored lithograph depicting Chonmonicase and Neomonni, members of the Oto Nation. Published by D. Rice & A. N. Hart. Date of publication is estimated to be circa 1850 based on stylistic elements and available information.

Hand-colored lithograph depicting David Vann, a Cherokee chief. Published by D. Rice & A. N. Hart and lithographed and hand-colored by J. T. Bowen. Published in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, circa 1850.

Hand-colored lithograph depicting Mahaskah, President of Mikveh Israel. Published by D. Rice & A. N. Hart in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, undated. The lithograph is part of a set of four.

Hand-colored lithograph depicting Metea, a Potawatomi chief. Published by D. Rice & A. N. Hart in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, circa 1850. The print is part of the collection of Judaica Americana.

Hand-colored lithograph depicting Meta-Koosega, President of Mikveh Israel. Published by D. Rice & A. N. Hart in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, circa 1850. Part of a four-part series depicting Native Americans.

Ink sketch of Moses Levy (1704-1792), a prominent merchant and trader in Newport, Rhode Island and New York, New York. The sketch, possibly a preparatory work for a miniature painting, is signed by Robert Smith and dated circa 1760-1800. Levy was involved in the African slave trade and was a benefactor of Touro Synagogue.

A letter written by A. C. Kline on May 18, 1865, to an unnamed recipient (possibly Sabato Morais). Kline requests an image of the recipient to accompany the text of a sermon delivered on the death of President Abraham Lincoln.

Two-page letter written by Rachel Nathan in New York City to her brother, Henry Joseph, in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, dated June 10, 1928 and July 12, 1928. The letter concerns the family's possession of a painting attributed to Matthew Harris Jouett (previously misattributed to Gilbert Stuart) of Isaac Moses, their grandfather.

Lithograph portrait of Rabbi Mozes Juda Lewenstein, printed in The Hague, circa 1860. The lithograph depicts Lewenstein in traditional rabbinical attire. The image is likely associated with his work and life in Suriname.

Lithograph portrait of Mayer Sulzberger (1843-1923), a jurist, Hebraist, communal leader, one of the founders of the Jewish Publication Society of America (JPS), and secretary of the Board of American Israel Delegates. Elected to the Court of Common Pleas in 1895, he later became its president. The lithograph is circa 1885.

Pastel portrait of Samuel Hays, a prominent Philadelphia merchant, created circa 1810 by James Sharples. The painting has excellent provenance, descending through the Hays family before being sold at auction and ultimately acquired by the collection in 2007. Samuel Hays (1764-1839) was a prominent merchant who served his apprenticeship under Haym Solomon. He was married to Richea Gratz in 1794 and was active in both the general and Jewish communities. James Sharples (1751/1752-1811) was an English-born artist known for his pastel portraits, who worked in various cities in England before settling in Philadelphia around 1793. This portrait is featured in Hannah London's *Portraits of Jews*. The physical item is located in Arc.MS.56, Crate 3, Tray B.

Letter written on patriotic stationery measuring 9.125 x 11.5 inches (when folded). The stationery features oval portraits of U.S. Presidents from George Washington to the newly elected Abraham Lincoln (depicted beardless). Published in New York, NY and sold by Lange & Kronfeld, 201 William St., circa 1861. The stationery was produced and sold during Lincoln's first year in office.

Mid-19th-century portrait engraving of Daniel E. Bandmann, a renowned German-American Shakespearean actor and Montana rancher. The engraving includes Bandmann's signature affixed to the print. Measures 10" x 12".

Oil on canvas portrait of Isaac Moses (1743-1818), circa 1805, attributed to John Wesley Jarvis. The portrait depicts Moses in a seated pose, similar to another portrait in the Museum of the City of New York. Formerly part of the Gratz Collection in Canada and the Nathan Family Archive.

An 18th-century copper engraving depicting Rabbi Jonathan Eybeschütz (1690-1764). The engraving, dated ca. 1773, was designed by Wilhelm Kleinhard and engraved by Johann Balzer. It shows the Rabbi framed by an architectural structure with a light shining above him. The original engraving measures approximately 20.6 x 13.3 cm.

A self-portrait sketch by the renowned American artist John Wesley Jarvis (1781-1833), presented to Richea Gratz Etting (1792-1881) of Baltimore. Jarvis painted Solomon Etting, Richea's father, between 1809 and 1813. This sketch, likely given as a token, is in its original frame. The sketch was later passed to Frank Marx Etting and subsequently acquired by the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts Collection in 1888. The painting's dimensions are 3" H x 2 1/2" W, and the frame measures 5 1/4" H x 1" x 5" W. The frame shows age, with wear in the corners and openings on the sides, retaining its original bail of nails on the back.

Sweet Caporal cigarette card featuring Olga Nethersole. The card is dated circa 1890. The card is part of the Collection E.

This 1876 book by Max Rosenthal features chromolithographed portraits of the signers of the Declaration of Independence. The portraits are presented in an accordion-style foldout format, bound in full red morocco with gilt lettering on the covers. The book measures 1 1/2" x 1 1/4".

This trade card advertises the tailoring services of Bostick & Keefer, located in the McKinley Block in Canton, Ohio. The front of the card features a portrait of Sarah Bernhardt, a famous French actress. The back of the card provides a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises the clothing store Cohen & Grabowski, located at 317 Hudson Street, New York City. The front of the card features a portrait of President Martin Van Buren. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Elias W. Levy, a clothier located at 809 9th Street in New York City. The front of the card features a portrait of Ulysses S. Grant, the Union Army leader during the Civil War. The card also includes historical information about Grant and advertising text for the business. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. L. Isaacs, a decorator located at 1210 Olive Street in the Excelsior Building, St. Louis, Missouri. [Isaacs was active in Jewish affairs.] The front of the card features a bust portrait of a young woman dressed in a local costume. Her hair is pulled back from her face. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card, featuring a portrait of President Chester Alan Arthur, advertises J. Wimmer, a clothing store located on East Main Street in Los Gatos, California. The front and back of the card are stamped with the business's advertisement. The card is in landscape orientation with a red border. The text is centered, with a bold and slightly larger font for the business name. The back of the card is not blank, but rather has a printed advertisement.

This trade card, one of two, advertises Jesse Rosenbaum, a clothier located at 119 North Eighth Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a sepia-toned portrait of John Adams. The back of the card provides more details about the business.

This trade card advertises A. Saks & Co., clothiers located at 1013 Main Street in Richmond, Virginia. The front of the card features a portrait of the Hon. W.H. English. The image is a formal, likely posed, photograph of a man in what appears to be late 19th-century attire. The style of the portrait suggests the card dates from that era. Below the portrait, the text clearly states the business name and address. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises I. Weill of the firm Gillespie, Shields & Co., clothing merchants. The front of the card features a photograph of I. Weill and text that says, "I am coming with famous Shields Brand; Clothing." The style of the photograph and typography suggest a late 19th-century origin. The back of the card is blank. There is a note that another trade card from I. Weill in California is also in the collection.

Typed letter from Supreme Court Justice Benjamin Cardozo to Representative Emanuel Celler, declining to sit for a portrait. The letter is dated March 24, 1935, and is written on official Supreme Court stationery. It is fully signed by Cardozo.