Auction sale reference

Benjamin Russell (Massachusetts/Rhode Island, 1804-1885), "Sperm Whaling With Its Varieties", 1870., Colored lithograph, 18" x 33". Framed 29.5" x 41".

Sold for $275 at Sandwich Auction House on Jan 21, 2026.

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Lot description

BENJAMIN RUSSELL Massachusetts/Rhode Island, 1804-1885 "Sperm Whaling With Its Varieties", 1870. Published by J.H. Bufford, 490 Washington St., Boston. Housed in what appears to be a reclaimed wood frame, possibly salvage from a ship.

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