Lot 342
Pownall, Thomas (1722-1805) Colonial governor of Massachusetts Bay Colony; opposed British taxation of colonies. Scarce French and Indian War military commission signed "T Pownall," 12" x 13½", Boston, 1760 Feb. 20. Countersigned by Andrew Oliver ("A Oliver"), who, as Lt. Gov. of Massachusetts, would be commissioned to enforce the Stamp Act, then forced to resign. Appointing Ezra Newhall Ensign under the Command of Brig. Gen. Timothy Ruggles. Newhall would serve as Lt. Col. at the Battle of Bunker Hill. Very good; toned and worn; housed in an old 14" x 16" frame; not viewed out of frame. The engraver of the document, Thomas Johnston, was the colonies' most revered engraver and map maker, renowned for his "Plan of Boston," (c. 1722-29) and the earliest engraving of an American historical event, "The Battle of Lake George" (1755).
Estimated Value $500 - 750.
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