The writing posted on the bottom of the print matting (it is not hand written...printed and pasted on) reads:
"This is the sketch made by Guzton Borglum when he started his famous sculpture-"The Lonely Lincoln" He gave it to me and I have had it reproduced for those friends who also believe 'That this nation, under God, shall have a new birth of freedom" Christmas, 1941 Missy Maloney.
The way this is worded confuses me. I'm not sure whether it's the original print or one of Missy Maloney's reproductions. My guess is that it is an original...just judging the best I can by the wording and the quality of the print itself.
There is quite a bit of foxing on the front, but not so much on Lincoln himself (mainly around him). The print has been taped onto the matte from the back and the entire back of the print is very discolored (evenly). I would like to have this professionally restored and framed, but I want to make sure that it's worth it and that I get the right people to do it if it is.
If anyone can give me any information about this piece I would greatly appreciate it. I am also unsure as to who Missy Maloney is.
Thank you!
Re: Gutzon Borglum print of Lincoln
Some pieces really require a physical examination by a Specialist to determine what they are, such is the case with this piece. Nobody can really tell you very much from a photo. Your best bet is to do some research on the Artist "Guzton Borglum " first.