DESCRIPTION
This vintage engraving depicts the portrait of Noah Webster (1758 - 1843), considered the "Father of American Scholarship and Education", but best known for his spelling guides and dictionary. Engraved by F. Halpin (1801 - 1886) after the painting by Jared Flagg (1820 - 1899). Published in an 1865 collection of American portraits, it is now in the public domain. Digital restoration by Steven Wynn Photography.