1860 Robert C. Winthrop Presentation Copy – Notice of M. Mignet
Original 1860 pamphlet titled “Notice of M. Mignet”, issued by the Massachusetts Historical Society, presented by prominent American statesman and historian Robert C. Winthrop to noted Boston antiquarian Mellen Chamberlain.
6 x 9 1/4, 9 pages
This is a true presentation copy, bearing a contemporary handwritten inscription on the front wrapper:
“Hon. Mellen Chamberlain with the kind regards of Robt. C. Winthrop”
Winthrop (1809–1894), former Speaker of the U.S. House and longtime president of the Massachusetts Historical Society, was a central figure in 19th-century American intellectual and political life. Chamberlain (1821–1900) was a respected historian and librarian, making this an excellent association piece between two important figures in American historical scholarship.
Details:
Title: Notice of M. Mignet
Publisher: Massachusetts Historical Society
Date: 1860
Format: Original printed pamphlet (offprint)
Inscription: Handwritten by Robert C. Winthrop
Provenance note inside confirming inscription
Condition:
Original wrappers present
Moderate age toning and vertical fold (as issued/stored)
Minor edge wear and handling
Embossed institutional stamp visible
Overall: Very good for a mid-19th century pamphlet
Significance:
Presentation copies from Winthrop are scarce, particularly those linking directly to another major historical figure. This piece represents a tangible connection between two pillars of early American historical scholarship.
Original 1860 pamphlet titled “Notice of M. Mignet”, issued by the Massachusetts Historical Society, presented by prominent American statesman and historian Robert C. Winthrop to noted Boston antiquarian Mellen Chamberlain.
6 x 9 1/4, 9 pages
This is a true presentation copy, bearing a contemporary handwritten inscription on the front wrapper:
“Hon. Mellen Chamberlain with the kind regards of Robt. C. Winthrop”
Winthrop (1809–1894), former Speaker of the U.S. House and longtime president of the Massachusetts Historical Society, was a central figure in 19th-century American intellectual and political life. Chamberlain (1821–1900) was a respected historian and librarian, making this an excellent association piece between two important figures in American historical scholarship.
Details:
Title: Notice of M. Mignet
Publisher: Massachusetts Historical Society
Date: 1860
Format: Original printed pamphlet (offprint)
Inscription: Handwritten by Robert C. Winthrop
Provenance note inside confirming inscription
Condition:
Original wrappers present
Moderate age toning and vertical fold (as issued/stored)
Minor edge wear and handling
Embossed institutional stamp visible
Overall: Very good for a mid-19th century pamphlet
Significance:
Presentation copies from Winthrop are scarce, particularly those linking directly to another major historical figure. This piece represents a tangible connection between two pillars of early American historical scholarship.
