PORTFOLIO: James Madison's copy of the Stone Engraving, 1823

This copy of the Stone Engraving descended in the family of President James MadisonCopperplate engraving on parchment, 30 1/2{quote} x 22{quote}Before treatment image showing the engraving {quote}as received{quote}. Condition issues included severe planar deformation (wrinkling and shrinking of the support), heavy surface grime and accretions, dark liquud staining, numerous tears and support losses. Collection of David Rubenstein
James Madison's copy of the Stone Engraving, 1823

This copy of the Stone Engraving descended in the family of President James Madison 

Copperplate engraving on parchment, 30 1/2" x 22" 

Before treatment image showing the engraving "as received". Condition issues included severe planar deformation (wrinkling and shrinking of the support), heavy surface grime and accretions, dark liquud staining, numerous tears and support losses.  

Collection of David Rubenstein