unbound
1866 · Philadelphia
by SARTAIN, John
Philadelphia: Bradley & Co, 1866. unbound. S. B. Waugh. Proof before letters. Mezzotint. Image measures 17.75" x 25". This is a lovely 1866 portrait of Lincoln and his family. From a painting by S. B. Waugh, the portrait features Abraham Lincoln and his wife Mary Todd with their two surviving sons Robert and Tad. A portrait of the third son, who died in 1862, is seen hanging on the wall behind. This print, a proof before letters, was engraved by William Sartain and published by Bradley & Co. The print title would eventually read 'Lincoln and his Family'.In good condition with minor toning and foxing. Some edge wear, not affecting printed image. A popular portrait of Lincoln and Family. (Inventory #: 273305)