c.1850s antique CALLIGRAPHY POEM manuscript PENMANSHIP signed SAMUEL STEVENS For Sale

c.1850s antique CALLIGRAPHY POEM manuscript PENMANSHIP signed SAMUEL STEVENS
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AI-assisted research note: This description was prepared with the assistance of AI tools and historical reference materials. While care has been taken in interpreting the handwriting and historical context, errors are possible; please review the images carefully and form your own conclusions.

Early 19th-century manuscript penmanship sheet featuring a decorative calligraphy poem and extensive ink practice writing. The sheet measures approximately 5.25 × 7.5 inches and likely datescirca 1850sbased on the style of script and ornamental flourishes.

The front contains a carefully written poetic passage about the art of writing, surrounded by decorative pen flourishes and trial strokes typical of period penmanship practice. At the upper right the sheet appears to be signed “Samuel H. Stevens,” likely the student or writer who produced the piece. The poem begins with lines referring to “the Art of Writing” and praises the power of writing and communication, a theme commonly used in early American copybooks and penmanship exercises.

The reverse is heavily filled with additional pen trials, flourishes, and practice writing, showing the writer testing the quill and ink flow while working on ornamental script. Several names and words appear in the practice writing including James, Caldwell, Wright, and others, though some are difficult to interpret due to overlapping strokes.

Such pieces were often created by students or clerks practicing copperplate and ornamental penmanship, an important skill in the early 19th century when formal handwriting training was part of education and professional preparation.

Condition shows typical age wear including edge losses, creasing, and ink bleed-through from the heavy writing on the reverse. The central poem and signature remain clear and visually attractive, and the sheet displays very well with its dramatic flourished penmanship.

A nice early American manuscript example of decorative penmanship practice, enhanced by the apparent Samuel Stevens signature.

Authentic period piece related to family, historyor local heritage - well-suited for historical collections, genealogical /genealogy research, or museum acquisition.Vintage or Antique.

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