Description: Noah John Rondeau (1883-1967), self-proclaimed "Mayor of Cold River City (population 1)", lived as a hermit in the Adirondack Mountains for decades of his adult life. In the late 1940’s he began making appearances at sportsman's shows. It was at one of these shows in Albany, New York that he drew this fish sketch which he signed, dated and addressed. It is here offered archivally matted with a vintage photograph of Rondeau surrounded by his mountain man paraphernalia. 5½” x 10¼”; overall 20” x 16”. Condition: This document should be considered in very good condition. There may be some minor staining, wear, toning, foxing (discoloration) or small tears to historical documents and letters. |
