Lawyer and signer of the Declaration of Independence. Unsigned hand written quotes on a 4 x 6.5 off-white sheet, which has been professionally inlaid to a slightly larger sheet. Ellery pens two Shakespeare quotations. One from Measure for Measure and a longer one from The Tempest. Consignor notes item was originally sold by Walter Benjamin. In fine condition, with some scattered light toning and an area of soiling under text. R&R COA.
