Description

Christie's - New York, Sale title - The Roosevelt Era: Selections from the Private Collections of Franklin & Eleanor Roosevelt & Family, Date - 14th & 15th February 2001, No. of lots - 569, No. of pages - 321, Illustrated in colour

Synopsis

Title: The Roosevelt Era
Author/Publisher: Christie's New York
Publication Year: 2001
Format: 321-page Illustrated Paperback

This volume presents the official auction catalogue from Christie's New York, titled 'The Roosevelt Era: Selections from the Private Collections of Franklin & Eleanor Roosevelt & Family'. Published in 2001, it documents a significant sale held across two days, 14th and 15th February of that year.

As a non-fiction work, this catalogue provides a detailed record of an extensive collection of personal effects and historical items once belonging to Franklin D. Roosevelt, the 32nd U.S. President, and his influential wife, Eleanor Roosevelt, alongside other family members. It offers a unique window into their private lives and the momentous period they shaped.

• An Intimate Presidential Collection: The catalogue meticulously details 569 individual lots, encompassing a wide array of items from the private collections of Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt, offering a rare insight into their personal tastes and historical context.
• Comprehensive Lot Descriptions: Each of the 569 lots is thoroughly described, providing essential information for potential bidders and invaluable reference for historians and collectors keen to understand the provenance and significance of these unique artefacts.
• Rich Colour Illustrations: Enhancing the detailed textual descriptions, the catalogue is richly illustrated with colour photographs throughout, allowing readers to visualise the diverse range of items offered from this historically significant family collection.

As a primary source document, this catalogue holds considerable appeal for historians, collectors of presidential memorabilia, and enthusiasts of American political and social history, serving as a lasting record of a pivotal auction and the Roosevelt legacy.

Condition

This item has been professionally inspected and is in Good condition. Please refer to the photographs for detailed visual assessment.

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