CHARLES DICKENS * PSA/DNA * Autograph FREE FRANK Signed * CHRISTMAS CAROL
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Renowned English author, CHARLES DICKENS undated handwritten Free Frank envelope addressed for "Immediate" delivery to "William Hall Esquire / 186 Strand" in London, and boldly signed by Dickens at lower left with dramatic flourishes above and below.
Dickens, a novelist, journalist, short story writer and social critic created some of literature's best-known fictional characters and is regarded by many as the greatest novelist of the Victorian era. Widely hailed as a literary genius, among Dickens' best-known works are A CHRISTMAS CAROL, OLIVER TWIST, NICHOLAS NICKLEBY, GREAT EXPECTATIONS and A TALE OF TWO CITIES.
William Hall and his partner Edward Chapman, a bookseller and publisher, were looking for a writer to supply text to accompany comic plates by the artist Robert Seymour. They turned to Dickens to provide the written captions. This envelope likely dates from this period. Chapman & Hall were Dickens publishers from 1849 - 1844, and again from 1858 - 1870. The Chapman & Hall imprint is still active today.
The Dickens handwritten panel has been thoroughly reviewed and CERTIFIED AUTHENTIC BY PSA/DNA EXPERT EXAMINATION, and encapsulated using PSA/DNA's proprietary sonically-sealed technology. UNCONDITIONALLY GUARANTEED GENUINE. An investment-quality acquisition for any collection.
Condition is as shown, with toning and mailing folds consistent with age, use and handling. Free Frank panel has been cropped and mounted by previous collector. Small tear at top, likely from use, with paper loss noted at lower left. Handwritten panel appx. 2.25" x 3.5" inside 3.25" x 5.25" encapsulate.
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Own a one of a kind, original piece of literary history! The perfect acquisition for the Dickens fan, literature lover, or autograph collector. An exceptional investment opportunity, and a truly rare and remarkable find . A must have addition for any great autograph collection or investment portfolio.Sold as is, as shown.