American Historical Ephemera and Photography

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Lot 332

KENTON, Simon (1755-1836). Manuscript land indenture signed ("Simon Kenton"), 6 March 1801.

1p, 12 3/4 x 7 3/4 in. (separated at center fold, small losses, toning). Also signed by Simon Kenton's wife Elizabeth Kenton, his brother John Kenton, and John's wife Eleanor.

Legendary frontiersman Simon Kenton and his wife, along with John Kenton and his wife, transfer their land in Mason County, Kentucky, "along the waters of Laurences Creek" to George Morton for the sum of $786.

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Ms. Horstman has spent over a decade specializing in historic photography and Americana at auction. During her tenure, she has overseen several notable single owner auctions, including property from the inventory of celebrated Americana and antique arms expert Norm Flayderman. During her time with the firm, she has maintained an active membership in the Daguerreian Society. Ms. Horstman holds an MA in Art History from the University of Cincinnati and a BA in Art History from The Ohio State University.

American Historical Ephemera and Photography

KENTON, Simon (1755-1836). Manuscript land indenture signed ("Simon Kenton"), 6 March 1801.

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