Inspiration of the Lincoln Cent

Limited Edition/Gallery Prints - Illustration - Single

2010

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Illustration: Joel Iskowitz Executive Creative Direction: Signature Art Medals.Inc

Lithograph by Joel Iskowitz. Abraham Lincoln as a coin portrait concept is born during discussions between artist Victor D. Brenner and President Theodore Roosevelt, while the elder statesman sits for his portrait destined for the Panama Canal Service Medal. This is a moment many believe 'sparked' the birth of the Lincoln Cent - the most reproduced object of art in history. This historic occasion occurred at the president's home, Sagamore Hill, in Oyster Bay, New York, July 25, 1908. Lithograph is a limited of edition of 250, 21" x 28 1/4". Each one is signed and numbered by the artist, Joel Iskowitz.