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19th Century Historical and Military Rarities

Thu, May 23, 2024 12:00PM EDT
Lot 381

[LINCOLN, Abraham (1809-1865), GRANT, Ulysses S. (1822-1885...

Estimate: $500 - $700

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[LINCOLN, Abraham (1809-1865), GRANT, Ulysses S. (1822-1885), et al., subjects]. With Compliments of the Travelers Insurance Company. [Boston: Notman Photo Co., Limited, 1884]. Unusual doctored photograph of Presidents Lincoln, Grant, and other Union commanders, with associated identification captions. Sight approximately 20 ? x 16 ??. Matted and framed under glass. Frame size approximately 27 ? x 23 ??. Toned, some visible light soiling, some wear to frame. Very good. This large format version of this fanciful photo is exceedingly rare, with the cabinet card size more common (but still sought after). This photo depicts Farragut, Sherman, Thomas, Meade, Hooker, Sheridan, and Hancock as well as the two presidents. Not examined out of frame.