{"title":"Winslow Homer Original Prints \u0026 Illustrations","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal antique newspapers featuring the early published artwork of Winslow Homer, one of America's greatest painters. Before his celebrated oil paintings and watercolors, Homer built his reputation as a staff illustrator for Harper's Weekly, documenting Civil War camp life, New England coastal scenes, Reconstruction-era America, and everyday Victorian life. These authentic issues are rare primary sources for fine art collectors, American art historians, and Homer enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"harper-s-weekly-october-31-1868-winslow-homer-our-next-president-chicago-cattle-market-cadiz-haiti-naval-scenes-peru-earthqua","title":"Harper’s Weekly – October 31, 1868 – Winslow Homer “Our Next President” • Chicago Cattle Market • Cadiz \u0026 Haiti Naval Scenes • Peru Earthqua","description":"---\n\nHarper’s Weekly – October 31, 1868 – Winslow Homer “Our Next President” • Chicago Cattle Market • Cadiz \u0026amp; Haiti Naval Scenes • Peru Earthquake\n\nThis issue showcases a dynamic mix of American political satire, major world events, and strong visual reporting—highlighted by an early Winslow Homer front-page engraving.\n\n⭐ Highlights Inside This Issue\n\nFront page engraving by Winslow Homer: “Our Next President” 🎨\n\nFull-page paired engravings: The City of Cadiz, Spain \u0026amp; naval action off Petit Goâve, Haiti ⛴️\n\nHalf-page: Aftermath of the Peru earthquake 🌎\n\nTwo beautiful full pages:\n\nThe Good Time Coming (Peace) ✨\n\nSunday at Sea 🚢\n\n\nFull-page Chicago livestock industry scenes: The Chicago Cattle Market 🐄\n\nThomas Nast quarter-page sketch: A political view of General Grant 🇺🇸\n\nHalf-page urban scene: “Stop Thief!” — A Sketch of Life in New York City\n\nBack-page full Nast cartoon: “The Democratic Hell-Broth” 🔥\n\n\nComplete in 16 pages, filled with engravings, news, political commentary, and period advertising.\n\n📚 Who Would Love This Issue\n\nPerfect for collectors of:\n\nWinslow Homer engravings\n\nThomas Nast political cartoons\n\nReconstruction-era American history\n\n19th-century politics and satire\n\nChicago industrial \u0026amp; cattle market history\n\nNaval history (Spain \u0026amp; Haiti)\n\nEarthquake and natural disaster reportage\n\nAntique illustrated newspapers 📰\n\n\nA highly displayable and content-rich issue with cross-collecting appeal.\n\n📏 Size\n\nApprox. 11\" × 16\".\n\n🧾 Condition\n\nGood condition with light age toning and expected edge wear.\nI photograph every page, so please review images closely and feel free to ask questions about any detail.\n\n🖼️ Optional Archival Framing\n\nArchival, acid-free matting and UV-protective acrylic available for any display page. Beautiful for historical interiors and gift-giving. 🖼️✨\n\n📦 Shipping\n\nShips flat, never rolled. Carefully packaged for protection.\n\n🏷️ SEO Tags\n\nHarper’s Weekly 1868, Winslow Homer print, Our Next President engraving, Thomas Nast cartoon, Chicago cattle market history, Cadiz Spain illustration, Haiti naval battle engraving, Peru earthquake 1868, Civil War era newspaper, Reconstruction history, antique newspaper, historical prints, political satire 19th century.","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52264012153052,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0849\/4759\/9580\/files\/f3ecdaf1-il_fullxfull.7527690671_b8iu.jpg?v=1786496614"},{"product_id":"harper-s-weekly-july-12-1862-two-winslow-homer-prints-bayonet-charge-surgeon-at-work-butler-s-new-orleans-proclamation-cartoons","title":"Harper’s Weekly – July 12, 1862 • Two Winslow Homer Prints • Bayonet Charge • Surgeon at Work • Butler’s New Orleans Proclamation Cartoons","description":"Harper’s Weekly – July 12, 1862 • Two Winslow Homer Prints • Bayonet Charge • Surgeon at Work • Butler’s New Orleans Proclamation Cartoons\n\nHARPER’S WEEKLY, New York, July 12, 1862\nAn exceptional Civil War issue featuring two major Winslow Homer engravings, dramatic naval action on the White River, and historically important political cartoons on General Butler’s infamous New Orleans Proclamation. Complete in 16 pages.\n\n\n---\n\n⭐ Highlights \u0026amp; Key Engravings\n\n🏅 Front Page – Commanders \u0026amp; Naval Battle\n\nThree strong engravings:\n\nMajor-General Lewis Wallace, commanding at Memphis\n\nBrigadier-General George F. Shepley, Military Governor of New Orleans\n\n“Battle at St. Charles, White River, Arkansas — Explosion of the ‘Mound City’”\nA violent river engagement showing the catastrophic boiler explosion.\n\n\n\n---\n\n🎨 Two Major Winslow Homer Illustrations\n\n🩺 Full-Page Homer\n\n“The Surgeon at Work at the Rear During an Engagement”\nA powerful and emotional medical scene showing battlefield surgery, wounded soldiers, and the chaos of combat support.\n\n⚔️ Double-Page Centerfold by Homer\n\n“The War for the Union — Bayonet Charge”\nOne of Homer’s most intense war images — a mass of Union infantry surging forward in close combat.\nA dramatic, museum-worthy centerpiece.\n\n\n---\n\n🗺 Other Important Illustrations\n\n“Bird’s-Eye View of Richmond and the Vicinity”\n\n“The Old Hampton Church at Hampton, Virginia”\n\n“The Army of the Potomac — A Foraging Party”\n\n“Contrabands Escaping to the United States Bark ‘Kingfisher’ Off the Coast of Florida”\n\nPortrait: Major-General Benjamin F. Butler, Commanding the Dept. of the Gulf\n\nPortrait: Major-General John Pope, Commanding the Army of Virginia\n\n\n\n---\n\n🐜 Cartoon: “The Rebel Flea” (Page 3)\n\nA small but sharp satire featuring an oversized flea tormenting Confederate leadership.\n\n\n---\n\n🎭 Back Page Political Cartoons – Butler’s Proclamation\n\nTwo famous engravings directly tied to General Butler’s explosive New Orleans women’s proclamation:\n\n“The Ladies of New Orleans Before General Butler’s Proclamation”\n\n“After General Butler’s Proclamation”\n\n\nThese are historically notable — widely reproduced in books and online discussions of the Proclamation.\n\n\n---\n\n📝 Condition\n\nGood to fair overall.\nTypical wear for an 1862 issue including margin chips, small tears, foxing, and spine fragility.\nSome pages show edge wear or tiny losses.\nCenterfold intact.\nI photograph every page — please review images carefully and feel free to ask questions or request close-ups.\n\n\n---\n\n🖼 Archival Framing Available\n\nWinslow Homer full-page medical scene\n\nWinslow Homer bayonet charge centerfold\n\nWhite River battle (“Mound City”)\n\nButler Proclamation cartoons\n\nRichmond bird’s-eye view\nAll framed with acid-free matting and UV-protective acrylic.\n\n\n\n---\n\n📦 Shipping\n\nShips flat, not rolled\n\nArchival protective packaging\n\nFully insured\n\nCombined shipping available\n\n\n\n---\n\n📌 SEO Tags\n\nHarper’s Weekly 1862, Winslow Homer Bayonet Charge, Surgeon at Work Homer, Butler Proclamation cartoons, New Orleans women proclamation, Mound City explosion print, Bird’s-eye view of Richmond, Civil War illustrated newspaper, John Pope portrait, Lewis Wallace portrait, Shepley New Orleans engraving","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52264012775644,"sku":null,"price":110.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0849\/4759\/9580\/files\/15d6fc1f-il_fullxfull.7466385392_seka.jpg?v=1786496622"},{"product_id":"harper-s-weekly-july-5-1862-winslow-homer-cavalry-charge-memphis-cumberland-gap-fair-oaks-artillery","title":"Harper’s Weekly – July 5, 1862 • Winslow Homer Cavalry Charge • Memphis \u0026 Cumberland Gap • Fair Oaks Artillery","description":"Harper’s Weekly – July 5, 1862 • Winslow Homer Cavalry Charge • Memphis \u0026amp; Cumberland Gap • Fair Oaks Artillery\n\nHARPER’S WEEKLY, New York, July 5, 1862\nA spectacular Civil War issue highlighted by an action-packed Winslow Homer double-page centerfold, major Memphis engravings, and dramatic battlefield scenes from Fair Oaks and Tunstall’s Station. Complete in 16 pages.\n\n\n---\n\n⭐ Highlights \u0026amp; Key Engravings\n\n🚢 Front Page – Memphis \u0026amp; the Mississippi\n\nTwo striking front-page scenes:\n\n“The Levee at Memphis, Tennessee—Hauling Sugar and Cotton from Their Hiding-Places for Shipment North.”\n\n“General View of Cumberland Gap, Tennessee.” — an impressive mountain landscape engraving.\n\n\nThese are both excellent display pieces.\n\n\n---\n\n🎨 Double-Page Centerfold by Winslow Homer\n\n🐎 “The War for the Union—A Cavalry Charge”\n\nOne of Homer’s most dynamic wartime illustrations — a mass of cavalry crashing into combat, horses rearing, sabers drawn, dust and fury everywhere.\nA highly desirable, frame-worthy centerpiece.\n\n\n---\n\n⚔️ Civil War Battle \u0026amp; Field Operations\n\n“The Army of the Potomac—Furious Attack on the Rebels of Kirby’s Battery at the Battle of Fair Oaks.”\n\n“Captain Wheeler’s Battery Struck by Lightning.” — a rare and dramatic vignette.\n\n“A Band of Rebels Firing Into the Cars Near Tunstall’s Station, Virginia.”\n\n\n\n---\n\n🏛 Memphis Occupation \u0026amp; Aftermath\n\n“Hoisting the Stars \u0026amp; Stripes Over the Post Office at Memphis.”\n\n“Jackson’s Monument at Memphis—Defaced by the Rebels.”\n\n“Colonel Ellet’s Fleet on the Mississippi.” — a strong naval engraving tied to the famed ram fleet.\n\n\n\n---\n\n🗺 City \u0026amp; Regional Views\n\n“Bird’s-Eye View of the City of Charleston, South Carolina, Showing the Approaches of Our Gun Boats \u0026amp; Army.”\nA large, detailed city-and-harbor scene — perfect for display.\n\n\n\n---\n\n🎖 Notable Portraits\n\nBrigadier-General Silas Casey\n\nBrigadier-General Joseph Hooker\n\n\nBoth portraits are crisp and very collectible.\n\n\n---\n\n🎭 Back Page Political Cartoons\n\nThree satirical engravings including:\n\n“The Last Ditch at Last.”\n\n\n\n---\n\n📝 Condition\n\nGood to fair overall for an 1862 issue.\nExpected age toning, edge wear, small tears, and spine fragility.\nSome margin wear present in spots, visible in photos.\nI photograph every page — please look closely and ask any questions. I’m always happy to provide additional images.\n\n\n---\n\n🖼 Archival Framing Available\n\nMuseum-quality framing for:\n\nWinslow Homer cavalry centerfold\n\nMemphis front-page engravings\n\nCharleston bird’s-eye view\n\nFair Oaks artillery scenes\nIncludes acid-free matting, UV acrylic, and rigid backing.\n\n\n\n---\n\n📦 Shipping\n\nShips flat, never rolled\n\nArchival-safe packaging\n\nFully insured\n\nCombined shipping available\n\n\n\n---\n\n📌 SEO Tags\n\nHarper’s Weekly 1862, Winslow Homer Cavalry Charge, Memphis Tennessee Civil War, Cumberland Gap engraving, Kirby’s Battery Fair Oaks, Colonel Ellet Fleet, Charleston Civil War map, Tunstall’s Station rebels, Joseph Hooker portrait, Silas Casey portrait, antique Civil War newspaper","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52264012808412,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0849\/4759\/9580\/files\/bc66b926-il_fullxfull.7514294163_1cwq.jpg?v=1786496618"},{"product_id":"harper-s-weekly-june-7-1862-winslow-homer-civil-war-print-cold-harbor-parrott-guns-mcclellan-s-march","title":"Harper’s Weekly – June 7, 1862 – Winslow Homer Civil War Print • Cold Harbor • Parrott Guns • McClellan’s March","description":"Harper’s Weekly – June 7, 1862 – Winslow Homer Civil War Print • Cold Harbor • Parrott Guns • McClellan’s March\n\nHARPER’S WEEKLY, New York, June 7, 1862\nA standout Civil War issue featuring a Winslow Homer illustration, powerful artillery scenes, and rich visual documentation of McClellan’s 1862 Peninsula Campaign. Complete in 16 pages.\n\n\n---\n\n⭐ Highlights \u0026amp; Key Engravings\n\n🪶 Front Page\n\nPortrait of Brigadier-General Stoneman\n\n“Cold Harbor, Nine Miles From Richmond, Va.” — detailed camp and skirmish scene near McClellan’s headquarters.\n\n\n\n---\n\n🎨 Winslow Homer Illustration\n\n🖼 “The Army of the Potomac—Our Outlying Picket in the Woods”\n\nA desirable Homer engraving showing the quiet tension of picket duty in dense Virginia woods.\nHighly collectible and ideal for framing.\n\n\n---\n\n⚔️ Double-Page Centerfold\n\nTwo sweeping Peninsular Campaign scenes:\n\nBattery No. 1 with 100- and 200-pounder Parrott Guns Opposite Yorktown and Gloucester\nA dramatic, smoke-filled artillery scene.\n\nGeneral McClellan’s Camp at Cumberland, Virginia, with a View of the Pamunky River\nA panoramic camp landscape full of troop activity.\n\n\n\n---\n\n🚶‍♂️ Field Operations \u0026amp; Battle Movement Scenes\n\nFull page: “General McClellan’s Army on the March Through the Woods from Williamsburg Toward Richmond”\n\n“Our Army in the Southwest” — five vignettes (fortifications, camps, troop activity).\n\n“Corduroying Roads to Corinth” — half-page engineering scene.\n\n“General Buell’s Army Crossing Lick Creek” — half-page troop movement.\n\n\n\n---\n\n🏥 Civil War Medical Scene\n\nFull page: “The General Hospital at Fortress Monroe”\nSeven views of wards, surgeons, and military medical care.\n\n\n\n---\n\n🎖 Notable Portrait\n\nWilliam A. Jackson, Ex-Coachman of Jefferson Davis — a key intelligence figure who escaped to Union lines.\n\n\n\n---\n\n🎭 Back Page Cartoons\n\nTwo bold political cartoons closing out the issue.\n\n\n---\n\n📝 Condition\n\nGood to fair for an 1862 wartime newspaper.\nTypical, expected aging includes minor edge wear, small tears, spine weakness, and light foxing\/tone.\n📸 I photograph every page — please review images carefully and feel free to ask for close-ups.\n\n\n---\n\n🖼 Archival Framing Available\n\nOptional framing with acid-free matting and UV-protective acrylic for:\n\nThe Winslow Homer print\n\nParrott gun artillery centerfold\n\nMcClellan’s march through the woods\n\nCold Harbor front-page engraving\n\n\n\n---\n\n📦 Shipping\n\nShipped flat, never rolled\n\nArchival-safe packaging\n\nFully insured\n\nCombined shipping available\n\n\n\n---\n\n📌 SEO Tags\n\nHarper’s Weekly 1862, Winslow Homer Civil War engraving, Parrott gun battery print, Cold Harbor illustration, McClellan Peninsula Campaign, Corinth campaign engravings, Civil War antique newspaper, Army of the Potomac print, Fortress Monroe hospital, 1862 Harper’s Weekly original","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52264012841180,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0849\/4759\/9580\/files\/a38e3497-il_fullxfull.7466019592_c456.jpg?v=1786496618"},{"product_id":"harper-s-weekly-may-17-1862-farragut-enters-the-mississippi-fort-macon-bombarded-winslow-homer-front-page","title":"Harper’s Weekly – May 17, 1862 – Farragut Enters the Mississippi • Fort Macon Bombarded • Winslow Homer Front Page","description":"Harper’s Weekly – May 17, 1862 – Farragut Enters the Mississippi • Fort Macon Bombarded • Winslow Homer Front Page\n\nHARPER’S WEEKLY, New York, May 17, 1862\nA dramatic, illustration-rich Civil War issue featuring Winslow Homer artwork, Farragut’s entry into the Mississippi, Fort Macon’s bombardment, and a large Virginia war map. Complete in 16 pages.\n\n\n---\n\n⭐ Highlights \u0026amp; Notable Engravings\n\n🎨 Full Front Page by Winslow Homer\n\n“Rebels Outside Their Works at Yorktown Reconnoitering With Dark Lanterns.”\nA haunting nighttime scene by one of the most collectible illustrators of the 19th century.\n\n🐎 Action Scenes from the Yorktown Campaign\n\n“The Union Cavalry and Artillery Starting in Pursuit of the Rebels Up the Yorktown Turnpike” – dynamic, full-page movement.\n\n“Charge of the First Massachusetts Regiment on a Rebel Rifle-Pit Near Yorktown” – high-energy battle vignette.\n\nCartoon: “Pickets Conversing Before Yorktown — A Common Scene”\n\n\n🚢 Major Naval Content – Farragut Takes the River\n\nFull-page: “United States Steamer Hartford, Commodore Farragut’s Flagship Which Led the Squadron up the Mississippi”\n\nDOUBLE-PAGE CENTERFOLD:\n🛳 “Commodore Farragut’s Squadron and Captain Porter’s Mortar Fleet Entering the Mississippi River”\nA sweeping, frame-worthy bird's-eye naval illustration.\n\n\n💥 Fort Macon Bombarded – Full Page\n\nThree engravings showing the dramatic bombardment and repossession of Fort Macon, a key Union success along the North Carolina coast.\n\n🗺 “Map of the Theatre of the War in Virginia” – Full Page\n\nA large and detailed campaign map covering the Chesapeake region, Yorktown, Richmond lines, and key roads — ideal for framing.\n\n👤 Notable Portraits\n\nCommodore David G. Farragut\n\nGeorge Peabody, Esq. (noted American–British philanthropist)\n\n\n🎭 Back Page Military Cartoons\n\nThree satirical wartime cartoons, including:\n\n“Jeff Davis’s Rotten Egg”\n\n“The Mayor of New Orleans Yielding to ‘Brute Force’ ”\n\n\n\n---\n\n📝 Condition\n\nFair to good for a genuine 1862 issue.\n\nExpected fold wear, edge toning, and foxing\n\nSome page tears (one long split visible in photos)\n\nTiny binding holes from original stitching\n\nAll pages present; centerfold intact\n\nEngravings overall strong and clear\n\n\n📸 I photograph every single page of each issue. Please review all images carefully — details matter. Feel free to ask questions or request additional close-ups.\n\n\n---\n\n🖼 Archival Framing Available\n\nHighlight a standout engraving with museum-quality framing:\n\nWinslow Homer front-page scene\n\nFarragut’s double-page centerfold\n\nFort Macon bombardment page\n\nVirginia campaign map\nIncludes:\n✔ Acid-free matting\n✔ UV-protective acrylic\n✔ Archival mounting\n✔ Multiple frame styles\n\n\n\n---\n\n📦 Shipping\n\nShips flat, never rolled\n\nRigid archival-safe packaging\n\nFully insured\n\nCombined shipping available for multiple issues\n\n\n\n---\n\n📌 SEO Tags\n\nHarper’s Weekly 1862, Winslow Homer Yorktown, Farragut Mississippi River, Fort Macon bombardment, Civil War naval illustration, Hartford flagship engraving, Virginia war map, Civil War newspaper, 19th century illustrated news, Porter's mortar fleet, Union cavalry Yorktown, authentic Harper’s Weekly","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52264013267164,"sku":null,"price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0849\/4759\/9580\/files\/f7fdba42-il_fullxfull.7465481182_9v0e.jpg?v=1786496623"},{"product_id":"harper-s-weekly-may-3-1862-heroes-of-shiloh-merrimac-scenes-fort-pulaski-winslow-homer-prints","title":"Harper’s Weekly – May 3, 1862 – Heroes of Shiloh • Merrimac Scenes • Fort Pulaski • Winslow Homer Prints","description":"Harper’s Weekly – May 3, 1862 – Heroes of Shiloh • Merrimac Scenes • Fort Pulaski • Winslow Homer Prints\n\nHARPER’S WEEKLY, New York, May 3, 1862\nA dramatic and highly collectible Civil War issue packed with major events and standout engravings — including Shiloh heroes, Merrimac naval scenes, Fort Pulaski, Island No. 10, and multiple Winslow Homer prints. Complete in 16 pages.\n\n\n---\n\n⭐ Highlights \u0026amp; Notable Engravings\n\n🎖 Full Front Page – “The Heroes of Pittsburg Landing (Shiloh)”\n\nA powerful display: 11 portraits of Union commanders, including Ulysses S. Grant and Don Carlos Buell, honoring the officers who fought the Battle of Shiloh.\n\n🐎 General Buell’s Army Crossing Duck River\n\nA full-page military illustration showing Buell’s troops reinforcing Grant — a dynamic scene with bridges, wagons, and cavalry.\n\n⚓ The Second Trip of the Merrimac\n\nA full page featuring 7 engravings from the famous Confederate ironclad’s next appearance at Fortress Monroe. Perfect for naval collectors.\n\n🎯 Siege of Yorktown – Large Campaign Map\n\nA full-page map detailing troop positions of McClellan vs. Confederate forces under Jefferson Davis, ideal for framing.\n\n💥 Capture of Fort Pulaski\n\nFour detailed prints depicting the bombardment and fall of Fort Pulaski, Georgia, a key Union victory that changed coastal warfare.\n\n🚢 Mississippi River Operations\n\nSteamers sunk by the Confederates\n\n“Island Number Ten After the Surrender”\n\n\nExcellent western theater content.\n\n🎨 Double-Page Centerfold – “Our Army Before Yorktown”\n\nSeven scenes, some drawn by Winslow Homer, including camp life, siege works, picket lines, and artillery positions.\n\n🗞 Back Page Civil War Cartoons\n\nThree satirical engravings capturing Northern political sentiment and wartime humor.\n\n\n---\n\n📝 Condition\n\nGood for an original 1862 issue.\n\nExpected age toning, edge wear, and small tears\n\nBinding holes at spine from original stitching\n\nSome spots and foxing consistent with Civil War–era paper\n\nCenterfold crease present\n\nAll major engravings, maps, and text intact\n\n\n📸 I photograph every single page. Please review carefully and feel free to ask for more photos or details. Attention to condition is important — ask questions anytime.\n\n\n---\n\n🖼 Archival Framing Available\n\nChoose standout engravings to elevate with museum-quality framing:\n\nShiloh front-page portraits\n\nMerrimac naval montage\n\nFort Pulaski bombardment\n\nYorktown centerfold\n\nFull-page campaign map\n\n\nIncludes acid-free matting, UV acrylic, and rigid archival backing.\n\n\n---\n\n📦 Shipping\n\nShips flat (never rolled)\n\nArchival-safe packaging\n\nFully insured\n\nCombined shipping available\n\n\n\n---\n\n📌 SEO Tags\n\nHarper’s Weekly 1862, Shiloh heroes, Pittsburg Landing Grant Buell, Merrimac ironclad engravings, Fort Pulaski bombardment, Winslow Homer Yorktown, Civil War naval prints, Island Number Ten, McClellan Yorktown map, Civil War newspaper authentic, 19th century illustrated paper","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52264013365468,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0849\/4759\/9580\/files\/bf978053-il_fullxfull.7513379457_gpvx.jpg?v=1786496626"},{"product_id":"harpers-weekly-september-6-1862-lincoln-letter-to-greeley-winslow-homer-centerfold-civil-war-ironclads-baton-rouge","title":"Harper's Weekly September 6 1862 Lincoln Letter to Greeley Winslow Homer Centerfold Civil War Ironclads Baton Rouge","description":"HARPER'S WEEKLY — September 6, 1862\nOriginal 16-page Civil War Issue — Includes Lincoln's Famous Reply to Greeley + Winslow Homer Centerfold\n\nAn exceptional and historically important issue of Harper’s Weekly, published September 6, 1862, containing one of Abraham Lincoln’s most famous statements on slavery, alongside powerful Civil War reportage and a major Winslow Homer double-page illustration.\n\n\n---\n\n⭐ HISTORICAL HIGHLIGHTS\n\n🔥 Lincoln’s Landmark Letter (“The President on the Negro Question”)\n\nPage 3 (numbered 563) features the complete text of Lincoln’s reply to Horace Greeley’s editorial “A Prayer of Twenty Millions.”\nHere Lincoln delivers his iconic line:\n\n\u0026gt; “My paramount object…is to save the Union, and it is not either to save or to destroy slavery.”\nSigned in type: A. Lincoln.\nA cornerstone document showing Lincoln’s official stance just weeks before issuing the Preliminary Emancipation Proclamation.\n\n\n\n\n---\n\n🎨 WINSLOW HOMER CENTERFOLD\n\nThe dramatic double-page centerfold, “Our Women and the War,” is illustrated by Winslow Homer, America’s most celebrated Civil War artist.\nIncludes scenes of:\n\nWomen supporting the war effort\n\n“The Influence of Woman”\n\n“Sisters of Charity” at work\nThis is a strong and frame-worthy centerfold for collectors.\n\n\n\n---\n\n⚔️ OTHER ILLUSTRATED CONTENT\n\nThis issue is packed with vivid Civil War imagery, including:\n\nFront page: Thomas Fitch Rowland, Builder of the New Monitors\n\nFront illustration: The Iron-Clad Frigate “Ironsides” in Fighting Trim\n\n*“Battle of Baton Rouge”\n\nUnion Gunboat “Essex” Destroying the Rebel Ironclad “Arkansas”\n\nThe Army of the Potomac Arriving at Yorktown\n\nThe Last Reconnaissance of the War Balloon on the James River\n\nEditorials, wartime reporting, political commentary, and woodcut ads typical of the period\n\nTwo political cartoons on the back page, including “The Finances of the Rebellion”\n\n\nThis is a deep, content-rich Civil War issue, ideal for historians, collectors, reenactors, and interior decorators seeking authentic 19th-century Americana.\n\n\n---\n\n📏 SIZE\n\nApprox. 16 pages, each ~11\" × 16\" (standard Harper’s tabloid format).\n\n\n---\n\n📝 CONDITION\n\nGood condition overall for a 162-year-old newspaper. Expected toning, some edge wear, and scattered small binding holes from its original volume binding. Illustrations remain clear and bold.\nPlease see photos for all details and exact condition.\n\n\n---\n\n🖼 OPTIONAL ARCHIVAL FRAMING AVAILABLE\n\nI offer museum-quality framing upon request:\n✔ Acid-free matting\n✔ UV-protective acrylic\n✔ Conservation mounting\n✔ Multiple frame styles\nThis is perfect for the Homer centerfold or any single illustration you’d like highlighted.\n\n\n---\n\n📦 SHIPPING\n\nShips flat, never rolled.\nPackaged securely with archival backer board between sturdy boards for safe transit.\n\n\n---\n\n🎁 A Beautiful Piece of American History\n\nThis issue contains some of the most important political and artistic content of the Civil War year 1862. An outstanding addition to a Harper’s Weekly run, Lincoln collection, or Civil War display.","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52264014610652,"sku":null,"price":140.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0849\/4759\/9580\/files\/d7cd4266-il_fullxfull.7505277109_jcpj.jpg?v=1786496642"},{"product_id":"original-1869-issue-santa-claus-cover-winslow-homer-christmas-belles-alaska-relics","title":"Original 1869 Issue — Santa Claus Cover • Winslow Homer “Christmas Belles” • Alaska Relics","description":"Complete 16-page issue • Frame-worthy engravings • Historic holiday classic\n\nThis is an authentic 1869 Harper’s Weekly, published in New York on January 2, 1869—not a reprint. It features one of the most desirable holiday covers of the 19th century, along with a full-page Winslow Homer engraving and multiple exceptional prints perfect for collectors and framing.\n\n\n---\n\n🎄 ⭐ Highlights of This Issue ⭐\n\n🎅 Full-Page Santa Claus Cover\n\n“A Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year”\nA dramatic full-figure Santa carrying a decorated Christmas tree across snowy rooftops. One of Harper’s most charming post–Civil War holiday covers. Beautiful for framing!\n\n🐎 Full-Page Winslow Homer Engraving\n\n“Christmas Belles”\nAn elegant winter sleigh scene by famed American artist Winslow Homer—always one of the most sought-after Harper’s engravings.\n\n🎁 “Home for the Holidays” — Full-Page Print\n\nA lively Victorian holiday family gathering.\n\n📜 Additional Notable Illustrations Include:\n\n• “The Christmas Tree”\n• “A Curious Custom Observed by the Greek Church in Russia”\n• “Alaska Relics” — an early ethnographic plate showing Indigenous Alaskan artifacts shortly after the 1867 Alaska Purchase\n• “Lynch Law in Indiana — The Vigilance Committee at Work at the New Albany Jail”\n• “View of Santa Catalina, District of Guantánamo, Cuba”\n\nPlus serialized fiction, domestic \u0026amp; foreign news, political commentary, and wonderful 19th-century advertisements.\n\n\n---\n\n📚 Condition\n\nGood to Good+ for age.\n• Complete in 16 pages\n• Light toning, some edge wear, and a few small margin tears\n• Clean, crisp engravings\n• Santa cover, Homer print, Alaska Relics, and holiday scenes present beautifully\n• Ideal for display or archival framing\n\n(See photos for exact details.)\n\n\n---\n\n🖼️ Archival Framing Available\n\nI offer professional archival framing, including:\n• Acid-free mat 🎨\n• UV-protective acrylic ☀️\n• Options for both single-page and double-page centerfolds\nMessage me for options and quotes!\n\n\n---\n\n🌟 Why This Issue Matters\n\nHoliday issues of Harper’s Weekly are among the most collectible, and this one is especially desirable due to:\n• The iconic Santa cover\n• A full-page Winslow Homer engraving\n• Rare early depictions of Alaska Native cultural artifacts\n• Beautiful Victorian Christmas imagery\n\nThis issue captures the mood, art, and culture of the era—an outstanding piece of Americana.\n\n\n---","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52264018542812,"sku":null,"price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0849\/4759\/9580\/files\/ac621b2b-il_fullxfull.7446112869_857w.jpg?v=1786496683"},{"product_id":"harper-s-weekly-january-16-1869-winslow-homer-winter-at-sea-ice-boats-on-the-hudson-custer-s-scouts-antique-newspaper","title":"Harper’s Weekly, January 16, 1869 | Winslow Homer “Winter at Sea” | Ice Boats on the Hudson | Custer’s Scouts | Antique Newspaper","description":"HARPER’S WEEKLY – A Journal of Civilization\nNew York, January 16, 1869\nVol. XIII — No. 629\nComplete Issue (16 pages)\n\n🎨 Feature Full-Page Engraving by Winslow Homer:\n“Winter at Sea — Taking in Sail Off the Coast.”\nA dramatic maritime scene showing sailors reefing sail in heavy winter seas.\nThis is the prime desirability print of the issue — highly collectible and excellent for archival framing.\n\n\n---\n\nFront Page Prints:\n\n⛵ “Winter Sports — Ice Boats on the Hudson.”\nA bold, kinetic winter racing scene.\n🔥 “Destructive Conflagration at Lynn, Massachusetts.”\nDepicts the major industrial fire among New England shoe factories.\n\n\n---\n\nHistorically Important Western \u0026amp; Military Content:\n\n• “Custer’s Command Shooting Down Worthless Horses.”\n• “The Scalped Hunter.”\n• “Custer’s Indian Scouts Celebrating the Victory Over Black Kettle.”\n\nThese engravings relate to Custer’s 1868 Washita Campaign — highly collected in frontier history, Indigenous studies, and military Americana.\n\n\n---\n\nAdditional Engravings Include:\n\n• “Wreck of the United States Above Cincinnati, Ohio.”\n• “Spain — Signature at Madrid of the Petition for the Abolition of Slavery.” (important anti-slavery diplomatic content)\n• Political commentary, serialized literature, and wonderful period advertisements.\n\n\n---\n\nCondition:\n\nVG — clean pages, strong impressions, light, even age toning.\nTypical spine evidence from removal from bound volume (normal and not considered damage).\nNo cut-outs. Complete.\n\n\n---\n\nArchival Framing Available (Optional):\n\nMuseum-quality framing available for any illustration:\n• Acid-free mat\n• UV-protective acrylic\n• Conservation backing\n• Choice of black, walnut, or gold moulding\n\nMost customers choose to frame:\n→ Winslow Homer “Winter at Sea” (statement wall piece)\n→ Ice Boats on the Hudson (bright winter display)\n\nMessage to arrange framing.\n\n\n---\n\nDimensions:\n\nApprox. 11\" x 16\" (Harper’s large folio)\n\n\n---\n\nShipping:\n\nShips flat, carefully protected — never rolled.","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52264019001564,"sku":null,"price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0849\/4759\/9580\/files\/7d894dc9-il_fullxfull.7422783299_79hd.jpg?v=1786496689"},{"product_id":"harper-s-weekly-january-9-1869-thomas-nast-peace-front-page-winslow-homer-new-year-west-point-panorama-antique-newspaper","title":"Harper’s Weekly, January 9, 1869 | Thomas Nast “Peace” Front Page | Winslow Homer New Year | West Point Panorama | Antique Newspaper","description":"HARPER’S WEEKLY – A Journal of Civilization\nNew York, January 9, 1869\nVol. XIII — No. 628\nComplete Issue (16 pages)\n\n🕊 Front Page Engraving by Thomas Nast:\n“Peace” — featuring General Ulysses S. Grant and Miss Liberty symbolizing unity and national reconciliation at the dawn of 1869.\nNast was the most influential political cartoonist of the era — this is an excellent display print.\n\n\n---\n\n🌟 Feature Engravings Inside:\n\n🎨 Full Page by Winslow Homer:\n“The New Year – 1869.”\nA poetic and reflective New Year scene — highly desirable for framing.\n\n🗺 Double-Page Centerfold Panorama:\n“West Point and Vicinity, from Fort Putnam.”\nA sweeping, detailed landscape overlooking the Hudson River and academy grounds — a fantastic statement wall piece.\n\n🏛 Additional Engravings Include:\n• Booth’s New Theatre, 23rd Street \u0026amp; Sixth Avenue, New York\n• The Army Reunion in Chicago, Banquet in the Chamber of Commerce Hall (Dec. 16, 1868)\n• Domestic and foreign news of Reconstruction-era America\n• Literature, commentary, and remarkable period advertisements (velocipedes, pianos, watches, medicines, etc.)\n\nThis issue offers major artists + national symbolism + cultural history — a strong collector’s copy.\n\n\n---\n\nCondition:\n\nGood to Very Good. Clean impressions and pages with light, even toning.\nTypical spine evidence from removal from bound volume (not considered damage).\nNo cut-outs. Complete.\n\n\n---\n\nArchival Framing Available (Optional):\n\nMuseum-quality conservation framing available for any print, with:\n• Acid-free matting\n• UV-protective acrylic\n• Conservation mounting\n• Black, walnut, or antique gold moulding\n\nMost customers frame:\n→ Thomas Nast “Peace” (front page)\n→ Winslow Homer “The New Year – 1869”\n→ West Point Panorama (centerfold — spectacular framed)\n\nSend a message to add framing.\n\n\n---\n\nDimensions:\n\nApprox. 11\" x 16\" (Standard Harper’s large folio)\n\n\n---\n\nShipping:\n\nShips flat, securely and professionally packed.","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52264018968796,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0849\/4759\/9580\/files\/174c4542-il_fullxfull.7422798127_fjce.jpg?v=1786496686"},{"product_id":"1861-winslow-homer-bivouac-fire-harpers-weekly-dec-21-ericsson-battery-tennessee-map","title":"1861 Winslow Homer Bivouac Fire Harper's Weekly Dec 21 Ericsson Battery Tennessee Map","description":"This December 21, 1861, issue of Harper's Weekly is a masterpiece of Civil War reporting, combining the artistic genius of Winslow Homer with the profound social shifts occurring on the front lines. From the revolutionary design of the Monitor to the first visual records of \"Contrabands,\" this edition captures a nation in the midst of a total transformation.\n\n​Title: 1861 Winslow Homer Bivouac Fire Harper's Weekly Dec 21 Ericsson Battery Tennessee Map\n\n\n​📜 ABOUT THIS PIECE OF HISTORY 📜\n​📜 Winslow Homer’s \"A Bivouac Fire on the Potomac\": The \"prime print\" in this issue is the stunning double-page centerfold by Winslow Homer. This iconic work captures the quiet, contemplative side of soldiering, showing men gathered around a fire. Homer’s ability to find humanity in the midst of war makes this one of the most sought-after collector pieces in the entire 1861 volume.\n​📜 The \"Beaufort Contrabands\": The entire front page is a historic document titled \"Scenes Among The Beaufort Contrabands.\" These seven scenes depict formerly enslaved people who sought refuge with the Union Army in South Carolina. One notable label, \"Uncle Tom,\" reflects the contemporary literary influence of Harriet Beecher Stowe on the Northern perspective of the war.\n​🌟 FEATURED HIGHLIGHTS 🌟\n​⚔️ Naval Innovation \u0026amp; The Ironclad:\n​The Ericsson Battery: Three detailed views of the \"Ericsson Steel-plated Battery\" being built at Green Point, Long Island. This vessel would soon be famously known as the USS Monitor. These prints offered the public their first look at the \"cheesebox on a raft\" that would save the Union fleet.\n​🗺️ Cartography \u0026amp; Strategy:\n​War Map of Tennessee: A significant half-page map showing the strategic points of a state that was about to become the primary Western battlefield.\n​Proposed Boundaries: A fascinating map showing Secretary Cameron’s proposed new boundaries for Virginia, Maryland, and Delaware, reflecting the radical political restructuring being discussed in Washington.\n​📍 Virginia \u0026amp; Michigan Operations:\n​Cavalry Skirmish: A dramatic print of a fight near Hunter’s Mill, Virginia, involving the Pennsylvania Cavalry.\n​The Detroit Lancers: A print of Colonel Rankin’s Lancer Regiment at Detroit, Michigan—a rare look at the specialized and colorful units raised in the Midwest.\n​🏛️ Personalities of the Era:\n​Miss Brownlow: A portrait of the daughter of the famous Tennessee Unionist \"Parson\" Brownlow.\n​Mayor George Opdyke: A portrait of the newly elected Mayor of New York City.\n​⚓ Life at Sea:\n​\"Tween Decks of a United States Man-of-War in Action\" — A chaotic and detailed look at the gun crews working in the cramped, smoky quarters of a wooden warship during a broadside.\n​🗞️ GLOBAL POLITICS \u0026amp; SATIRE 🗞️\n​The Expedition Against Mexico: A print documenting the combined Spanish, French, and English expedition, a movement that would eventually lead to the installation of Maximilian I and a secondary crisis for the Monroe Doctrine.\n​Political Satire: The back page features three sharp cartoons, providing a satirical lens on the military and diplomatic maneuvering of the winter of 1861.\n​🔍 CONDITION \u0026amp; TRANSPARENCY 🔍\n​Completeness: This is the complete 16-page issue, including the Winslow Homer centerfold and the Beaufort Contraband front page.\n​Authenticity: Guaranteed original woodblock printing from December 21, 1861, not a modern reproduction.\n​Condition Report: This issue is in excellent historical condition. The \"Bivouac Fire\" centerfold is exceptionally clean, and the \"Contraband\" front page is a bold, dark engraving.\n​🥂 WHY IT IS A MUST-HAVE 🥂\n​Winslow Homer Collectors: A cornerstone piece of 19th-century American art.\n​Black History \u0026amp; Civil Rights Scholars: A vital primary source for the early \"Contraband\" experience and the shifting aims of the war.\n​Naval \u0026amp; Ironclad Enthusiasts: Features the birth of the USS Monitor.\n​Custom Framing: I offer professional framing for any item in my shop. The Winslow Homer centerfold or the Tennessee War Map would make a museum-quality historical focal point!\n​📦 SHIPPING \u0026amp; PRESERVATION 📦\n​Safe Storage: Housed in an acid-free archival folder with a Mylar overlay to protect the 164-year-old newsprint.\n​Flat Shipping: Shipped with heavy-duty reinforcement to ensure the issue and its centerfold arrive safely.\n​Tracked: All orders include tracking for your peace of mind.\n​🏷️ TAGS (SEO) 🏷️\n​1861 Harpers Weekly, Winslow Homer Bivouac Fire, Beaufort Contrabands, USS Monitor Ericsson Battery, Tennessee War Map, Pennsylvania Cavalry, 1861 Mexico Expedition, Uncle Tom Civil War, December 21 1861.\n​","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52264019198172,"sku":null,"price":73.73,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0849\/4759\/9580\/files\/b0822ff2-il_fullxfull.7831785051_8981.jpg?v=1786496693"},{"product_id":"1861-winslow-homer-songs-of-war-harpers-weekly-nov-23-jim-lane-missouri","title":"1861 Winslow Homer Songs of War Harper's Weekly Nov 23 Jim Lane Missouri","description":"This November 23, 1861, issue of Harper's Weekly is a masterpiece of American visual history, featuring one of the most celebrated works of the 19th-century artist Winslow Homer. It captures the emotional core of the soldier's life through music while documenting the brutal logistical and demographic realities of the war's first winter.\n\n​Title: 1861 Winslow Homer Songs of War Harper's Weekly Nov 23 Jim Lane Missouri\n\n​📜 ABOUT THIS PIECE OF HISTORY 📜\n​📜 Winslow Homer's \"The Songs of War\": This issue features a \"very nice\" and deeply evocative double-page centerfold by famed artist Winslow Homer. This collection of six vignettes illustrates the songs that sustained the Union troops, including \"Dixie,\" \"The Girl I Left Behind Me,\" and \"The Star-Spangled Banner.\" It is considered one of Homer’s most important contributions to war-era illustration, capturing the sentimental and patriotic spirit of the camps.\n​📜 The Slave Census Map: This issue contains a historically significant \"Map of South Carolina Showing the Proportion of Slaves in Each County.\" Based on the 1860 census, this data-driven map provided Northern readers with a visual justification for the war’s shifting aims toward emancipation, highlighting the \"Black Belt\" regions of the South.\n​🌟 FEATURED HIGHLIGHTS 🌟\n​⚔️ The War in the West:\n​Front-Page: Two prints of \"General Jim Lane’s Camp Near Humansville, Missouri.\" Lane was a controversial \"Jayhawker\" leader, and these prints document his irregular and aggressive brand of warfare on the frontier.\n​General Hunter: A portrait of General David Hunter, who took command of the Department of the West following Fremont’s removal.\n​📍 Kentucky \u0026amp; Ohio Mobilization:\n​31st Ohio Volunteers: A significant print for Ohio collectors showing Colonel Walker’s regiment crossing the Kentucky River at Boone’s Knob.\n​Camp Dick Robinson: A view of the headquarters near Bryantsville, Kentucky, a vital staging area for Unionists in the Bluegrass State.\n​🛡️ The Potomac Front:\n​Sickles’ Brigade: Coverage of troops departing Camp Union at Bladensburg to join the \"Excelsior Brigade\" at Fort Tobacco.\n​Daily Life: A unique print of a \"Photographic Saloon in Camp,\" showing how soldiers had their portraits taken for loved ones back home.\n​Munson’s Hill: A view of the strategic height as it appeared after the Confederate withdrawal.\n​🧗 Western Virginia Vistas:\n​Full-Page: A sweeping \"View Of the Mountain Region\" from the summit of Limestone Mountain, providing a sense of the rugged terrain faced by the troops in what would become West Virginia.\n​🏛️ Washington Tragedy:\n​\"Burning of the Government Hospital in E Street\" — A dramatic scene of the rescue of sick and wounded Union soldiers during a catastrophic fire in the capital.\n​🗞️ SOCIAL HISTORY \u0026amp; PERSONALITIES 🗞️\n​Thurlow Weed: A portrait of the influential New York political boss and advisor to Lincoln and Seward.\n​Colonel Dougherty: A print of the leader of the 22nd Illinois Volunteers, recognized for his service in the early Missouri campaigns.\n​🔍 CONDITION \u0026amp; TRANSPARENCY 🔍\n​Completeness: This is the complete 16-page issue, including the Winslow Homer centerfold and the South Carolina slave density map.\n​Authenticity: Guaranteed original woodblock printing from November 23, 1861, not a modern reproduction.\n​Condition Report: This issue is in excellent historical condition. The Winslow Homer centerfold is crisp and stands as one of the finest collectible art pieces in the 1861 volume.\n​🥂 WHY IT IS A MUST-HAVE 🥂\n​Winslow Homer Collectors: A cornerstone work by America's premier 19th-century artist.\n​Ohio \u0026amp; Illinois Historians: Features major regimental scenes for the 31st Ohio and 22nd Illinois.\n​Cartography \u0026amp; Black History Buffs: The South Carolina slave census map is a vital document of the war's underlying causes.\n​Custom Framing: I offer professional framing for any item in my shop. The \"Songs of War\" centerfold or the Mountain Region landscape would make a museum-quality historical focal point!\n​📦 SHIPPING \u0026amp; PRESERVATION 📦\n​Safe Storage: Housed in an acid-free archival folder with a Mylar overlay to protect the 164-year-old newsprint.\n​Flat Shipping: Shipped with heavy-duty reinforcement to ensure the issue and its centerfold arrive safely.\n​Tracked: All orders include tracking for your peace of mind.\n​🏷️ TAGS (SEO) 🏷️\n​1861 Harpers Weekly, Winslow Homer Songs of War, Jim Lane Missouri, 31st Ohio Volunteers, South Carolina Slave Map, Camp Dick Robinson Kentucky, Thurlow Weed, Civil War Photography Saloon, November 23 1861.\n​","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52264019296476,"sku":null,"price":68.69,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0849\/4759\/9580\/files\/38cfa6f6-il_fullxfull.7783821000_tgua.jpg?v=1786496695"},{"product_id":"1861-winslow-homer-havelocks-harpers-weekly-june-29-big-bethel-zouaves","title":"1861 Winslow Homer Havelocks Harper's Weekly June 29 Big Bethel Zouaves","description":"This June 29, 1861, issue of Harper's Weekly is a paramount collector's item, anchored by a rare Winslow Homer cover and featuring the first major land engagement of the war, the Battle of Big Bethel. It provides a vivid look at the early mobilization of Union and Confederate forces in Virginia and the Western theater.\n\n​Title: 1861 Winslow Homer Havelocks Harper's Weekly June 29 Big Bethel Zouaves\n\n​📜 ABOUT THIS PIECE OF HISTORY 📜\n​📜 Winslow Homer’s Front Page: The entire front page is a celebrated original wood engraving by Winslow Homer titled \"The War—Marking Havelocks For the Volunteers.\" It captures a domestic scene of women preparing white linen head-covers (Havelocks) for the troops to protect them from the Southern sun—a poignant look at the home front's contribution to the war effort.\n​📜 The Battle of Big Bethel: This issue contains definitive early reporting on the Battle of Great (Big) Bethel, one of the war's first set-piece battles. It includes a dramatic full-page illustration of the \"Charge of Duryee's Zouaves\" (5th New York Volunteers), capturing the flamboyant uniforms and raw courage of these elite troops in their baptism by fire.\n​🌟 FEATURED HIGHLIGHTS 🌟\n​⚔️ Military Life \u0026amp; Fortifications:\n​Fortress Monroe: Multiple prints including \"Moat and Seward Face of Fortress Monroe\" and \"Shot \u0026amp; Shell Piled Under the Walls.\"\n​Camp Slifer: A full page with three images documenting the troop movements through Chambersburgh, Pennsylvania.\n​Army of the Potomac: Four scenes providing a comprehensive look at the buildup of the Union’s primary eastern fighting force.\n​📍 Virginia Operations:\n​\"Leesburg Bridge on the Potomac\" and \"Rebel Troops at Martinsburg\" — Documenting the strategic points held by the Virginians near Harper's Ferry.\n​\"John Tyler's Residence, Hampton, Virginia\" — A view of the former U.S. President's home during the occupation.\n​⚓ Naval \u0026amp; Western Action:\n​Cairo, Illinois: Three prints showing the 7th and 12th Regiments landing and the batteries on the Ohio Levee used to control river traffic.\n​The Privateer Savannah: A print of the first Confederate privateer captured by the Union Brig Perry.\n​🏛️ Fallen Heroes \u0026amp; Contraband:\n​Lieutenant Greble: A portrait of the first U.S. Army regular officer to die in the Civil War.\n​\"Contraband of War\": A significant back-page cartoon depicting enslaved people seeking refuge with the Union army, referencing the \"Contraband\" policy established at Fortress Monroe.\n​🗞️ LITERARY \u0026amp; SATIRICAL CONTENT 🗞️\n​Charles Dickens: This issue continues the original serialized publication of \"Great Expectations,\" one of the crown jewels of Victorian literature.\n​Political Satire: Three cartoons on the back page provide a sharp, contemporary perspective on the military crisis.\n​🔍 CONDITION \u0026amp; TRANSPARENCY 🔍\n​Completeness: This is the complete 16-page issue, including the Winslow Homer front page and the full-page Big Bethel battle scene.\n​Authenticity: Guaranteed original woodblock printing from June 29, 1861, not a modern reproduction.\n​Condition Study: I take pictures of the entire sheet so you can study the condition personally. The Winslow Homer cover is particularly well-preserved, showcasing the fine line-work of his early career.\n​🥂 WHY IT IS A MUST-HAVE 🥂\n​Winslow Homer Collectors: A cornerstone piece of Homer's war-time portfolio.\n​Zouave \u0026amp; Big Bethel Historians: Features the definitive contemporary image of Duryee’s Zouaves in action.\n​Fortress Monroe \u0026amp; Hampton VA Buffs: Extensive architectural and military views of this critical \"freedom fort.\"\n​Custom Framing: I offer professional framing for any item in my shop. The Homer front page or the Duryee's Zouave charge would make a museum-quality historical focal point!\n​📦 SHIPPING \u0026amp; PRESERVATION 📦\n​Safe Storage: Housed in an acid-free archival folder with a Mylar overlay to protect the 165-year-old newsprint.\n​Flat Shipping: Shipped with heavy-duty reinforcement to ensure the issue and its centerfold arrive safely.\n​Tracked: All orders include tracking for your peace of mind.\n​🏷️ TAGS (SEO) 🏷️\n​1861 Harpers Weekly, Winslow Homer The War, Battle of Big Bethel, Duryee's Zouaves, Fortress Monroe, John Tyler Residence, Cairo Illinois, Contraband of War, Great Expectations Dickens, June 29 1861.\n​","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52264019558620,"sku":null,"price":55.44,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0849\/4759\/9580\/files\/225b7b10-il_fullxfull.7830605925_3fgi.jpg?v=1786496694"},{"product_id":"1861-winslow-homer-watertown-arsenal-harpers-weekly-july-20-brooklyn-navy-yard","title":"1861 Winslow Homer Watertown Arsenal Harper's Weekly July 20 Brooklyn Navy Yard","description":"This July 20, 1861, issue of Harper's Weekly is a fascinating \"calm before the storm\" edition. Published just one day before the catastrophic Union defeat at the First Battle of Bull Run (Manassas), it depicts an optimistic North fully engaged in war preparations, from the massive Brooklyn Navy Yard to the innovative use of balloons for reconnaissance.\n\n\n​Title: 1861 Winslow Homer Watertown Arsenal \nHarper's Weekly July 20 Brooklyn Navy Yard\n\n\n​📜 ABOUT THIS PIECE OF HISTORY 📜\n​📜 Winslow Homer’s Front Page: The cover features a superb original wood engraving by Winslow Homer titled \"Filling Cartridges at the U.S. Arsenal at Watertown, Mass.\" It is a significant industrial study showing the home-front effort to supply the front lines with ammunition. Homer’s ability to find art in the machinery of war is on full display here.\n​📜 The Brooklyn Navy Yard (Double-Page Centerfold): This issue contains a stunning and \"very nice \u0026amp; dramatic\" double-page centerfold of \"The Navy-Yard at Brooklyn, New York.\" As the primary naval hub for the Union, this panorama captures the sheer scale of the North’s maritime mobilization. It is a premier display piece for New York City and naval history collectors.\n​🌟 FEATURED HIGHLIGHTS 🌟\n​⚔️ The Eleventh Indiana Zouaves:\n​Five detailed scenes of Colonel Lew Wallace’s 11th Indiana Regiment of Zouaves. Known for their distinctive uniforms and rigorous drill, these prints are essential for collectors of Zouave-related history.\n​🎈 The First \"Eye in the Sky\":\n​Full-Page: \"Balloon View of the Seat of War.\" This remarkable illustration documents the early Union efforts at aerial reconnaissance, a cutting-edge military technology in 1861.\n​📍 Virginia \u0026amp; Maryland Operations:\n​Five prints of Harper's Ferry, showing the strategic town at a critical juncture.\n​\"Hagerstown, Maryland, with McMullin's Rangers\" and the dramatic \"Major Knipe Winging a Secessionist.\"\n​\"The Secessionist Army—Irregular Riflemen of the Alleghanies, Virginia\"—offering a look at the unconventional forces the Union was beginning to encounter.\n​🌆 Northern Home Front:\n​\"Reading the War Bulletins in Broadway, New York\"—Capturing the anxiety and excitement of the city as people waited for news from the Virginia front.\n​\"Military Occupation of Monument Square, Baltimore\"—Showing the Union artillery presence in a city with divided loyalties.\n​🏴‍☠️ The Naval Threat:\n​Full-Page: \"The Pirates.\" A collection of illustrations focusing on Confederate privateers and the naval challenges facing the Union blockade.\n​🗞️ LITERARY \u0026amp; SATIRICAL CONTENT 🗞️\n​Charles Dickens: This issue continues the original serialized publication of \"Great Expectations,\" one of the crown jewels of Victorian literature.\n​War Humour: The back page features six \"cartoonish prints\" providing satirical commentary on the early days of the conflict.\n​🔍 CONDITION \u0026amp; TRANSPARENCY 🔍\n​Completeness: This is the complete 16-page issue, including the Winslow Homer front page and the Brooklyn Navy Yard centerfold.\n​Authenticity: Guaranteed original woodblock printing from July 20, 1861, not a modern reproduction.\n​Condition Report: This issue contains many of the most desirable 1861 display prints. I personally ensure that the large-scale engravings are protected for shipping.\n​🥂 WHY IT IS A MUST-HAVE 🥂\n​Winslow Homer Collectors: An important early-war front page from the master of American realism.\n​New York Historians: The Brooklyn Navy Yard centerfold and the Broadway news-reading scene are essential NYC pieces.\n​Technological History Buffs: The balloon reconnaissance print is a landmark in the history of military intelligence.\n​Custom Framing: I offer professional framing for any item in my shop. The Brooklyn Navy Yard panorama or the Winslow Homer Watertown Arsenal cover would make a museum-quality historical focal point!\n​📦 SHIPPING \u0026amp; PRESERVATION 📦\n​Safe Storage: Housed in an acid-free archival folder with a Mylar overlay to protect the 165-year-old newsprint.\n​Flat Shipping: Shipped with heavy-duty reinforcement to ensure the issue and its centerfold arrive safely.\n​Tracked: All orders include tracking for your peace of mind.\n​🏷️ TAGS (SEO) 🏷️\n​1861 Harpers Weekly, Winslow Homer Watertown Arsenal, Brooklyn Navy Yard Centerfold, Lew Wallace 11th Indiana Zouaves, Civil War Balloon Reconnaissance, Harpers Ferry 1861, Great Expectations Dickens, July 20 1861.\n​","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52264019787996,"sku":null,"price":74.47,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0849\/4759\/9580\/files\/1f03d5c2-il_fullxfull.7815454425_p8jd.jpg?v=1786496698"},{"product_id":"1861-slave-auction-winslow-homer-harpers-weekly-july-13-lincoln-cabinet","title":"1861 Slave Auction Winslow Homer Harper's Weekly July 13 Lincoln Cabinet","description":"​This July 13, 1861, issue of Harper's Weekly is a powerhouse of visual history, containing one of the most famous social commentaries of the era alongside the work of a young Winslow Homer. Published just a week before the first major battle at Bull Run, it captures the intense military buildup and the moral questions at the heart of the conflict.\n\n\n​Title: 1861 Slave Auction Winslow Homer Harper's Weekly July 13 Lincoln Cabinet\n\n​📜 ABOUT THIS PIECE OF HISTORY 📜\n​📜 A Slave Auction at the South: This issue contains the profoundly significant full-page print \"A Slave Auction at the South.\" It is a stark, detailed, and highly displayable piece of abolitionist-era journalism. Accompanied by a powerful article, this print served to galvanize Northern sentiment by showing the human reality of the institution of slavery.\n​📜 Winslow Homer’s Naval Study: Featured is a full-page original wood engraving by Winslow Homer titled \"Crew of U.S. Steam-Sloop Colorado.\" This early-career masterpiece showcases Homer’s ability to capture the grit and character of American sailors as they prepared for the naval blockade.\n​🌟 FEATURED HIGHLIGHTS 🌟\n​🏛️ The Executive Branch:\n​Full-Page: \"The Cabinet at Washington\" — A rare group portrait featuring Abraham Lincoln and his primary advisors (Seward, Chase, Blair, etc.) as they managed the onset of the war.\n​⚔️ Military Commanders:\n​Three full-page illustrations dedicated to the giants of the era: Winfield Scott (Commander-in-Chief), a second portrait of General Scott, and Major-General John C. Fremont shown in his iconic \"Prairie Costume.\"\n​📍 Front-Line Reports:\n​Front-Page: \"Battle of Boonville, Missouri\" — Documenting the Union's struggle to control the Missouri River, along with a portrait of Brigadier-General Lyon.\n​Confederate Movement: \"Virginia Troops Crossing the Blue Ridge... En Route for Manassas Junction\" — A prophetic look at the troops gathering for the looming Battle of Bull Run.\n​\"General Beauregard's Camp\" — A large print of the Confederate forces at White Springs, Virginia.\n​⚓ Naval Innovation \u0026amp; The West:\n​\"Gun-Boats Fitting Out at Cincinnati\" — Showing the industrial preparation for the Mississippi River campaigns.\n​\"The Stevens Bomb-Proof Battery\" — A futuristic look at ironclad technology.\n​🗞️ LITERARY \u0026amp; SATIRICAL CONTENT 🗞️\n​Charles Dickens: This issue continues the original serialized publication of \"Great Expectations.\"\n​Political Satire: The back page features biting cartoons, including a face-to-face caricature of Abraham Lincoln and Jeff Davis.\n​🔍 CONDITION \u0026amp; TRANSPARENCY 🔍\n​Completeness: This is the complete 16-page issue, including the \"Slave Auction\" page and the Winslow Homer naval print.\n​Authenticity: Guaranteed original woodblock printing from July 13, 1861, not a modern reproduction.\n​Condition Report: This issue is in good condition with some scattered foxing (common for 160-year-old newsprint), but the primary illustrations remain sharp and very displayable.\n​🥂 WHY IT IS A MUST-HAVE 🥂\n​Social History Collectors: The \"Slave Auction\" print is one of the most historically significant images published by Harper's in 1861.\n​Winslow Homer Enthusiasts: A top-tier nautical print from his legendary early period.\n​Lincoln \u0026amp; Cabinet Historians: The group cabinet portrait is a cornerstone for any presidential collection.\n​Custom Framing: I offer professional framing for any item in my shop. The Slave Auction or the Winslow Homer \"Colorado\" crew would make museum-quality focal points!\n​📦 SHIPPING \u0026amp; PRESERVATION 📦\n​Safe Storage: Housed in an acid-free archival folder with a Mylar overlay to protect the 165-year-old newsprint.\n​Flat Shipping: Shipped with heavy-duty reinforcement to ensure the issue and its full-page prints arrive safely.\n​Tracked: All orders include tracking for your peace of mind.\n​🏷️ TAGS (SEO) 🏷️\n​1861 Harpers Weekly, Slave Auction at the South, Winslow Homer Colorado Crew, Abraham Lincoln Cabinet, John C Fremont, General Beauregard Manassas, Battle of Boonville Missouri, Great Expectations Dickens, July 13 1861.\n​","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52264019820764,"sku":null,"price":197.77,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0849\/4759\/9580\/files\/cba16a8b-il_fullxfull.7815419057_23su.jpg?v=1786496699"},{"product_id":"1861-winslow-homer-havelocks-harpers-weekly-june-29-big-bethel-zouaves-1","title":"1861 Winslow Homer Havelocks Harper's Weekly June 29 Big Bethel Zouaves","description":"This June 29, 1861, issue of Harper's Weekly is a paramount collector's item, anchored by a rare Winslow Homer cover and featuring the first major land engagement of the war, the Battle of Big Bethel. It provides a vivid look at the early mobilization of Union and Confederate forces in Virginia and the Western theater.\n\n​Title: 1861 Winslow Homer Havelocks Harper's Weekly June 29 Big Bethel Zouaves\n\n\n​📜 ABOUT THIS PIECE OF HISTORY 📜\n​📜 Winslow Homer’s Front Page: The entire front page is a celebrated original wood engraving by Winslow Homer titled \"The War—Marking Havelocks For the Volunteers.\" It captures a domestic scene of women preparing white linen head-covers (Havelocks) for the troops to protect them from the Southern sun—a poignant look at the home front's contribution to the war effort.\n​📜 The Battle of Big Bethel: This issue contains definitive early reporting on the Battle of Great (Big) Bethel, one of the war's first set-piece battles. It includes a dramatic full-page illustration of the \"Charge of Duryee's Zouaves\" (5th New York Volunteers), capturing the flamboyant uniforms and raw courage of these elite troops in their baptism by fire.\n​🌟 FEATURED HIGHLIGHTS 🌟\n​⚔️ Military Life \u0026amp; Fortifications:\n​Fortress Monroe: Multiple prints including \"Moat and Seward Face of Fortress Monroe\" and \"Shot \u0026amp; Shell Piled Under the Walls.\"\n​Camp Slifer: A full page with three images documenting the troop movements through Chambersburgh, Pennsylvania.\n​Army of the Potomac: Four scenes providing a comprehensive look at the buildup of the Union’s primary eastern fighting force.\n​📍 Virginia Operations:\n​\"Leesburg Bridge on the Potomac\" and \"Rebel Troops at Martinsburg\" — Documenting the strategic points held by the Virginians near Harper's Ferry.\n​\"John Tyler's Residence, Hampton, Virginia\" — A view of the former U.S. President's home during the occupation.\n​⚓ Naval \u0026amp; Western Action:\n​Cairo, Illinois: Three prints showing the 7th and 12th Regiments landing and the batteries on the Ohio Levee used to control river traffic.\n​The Privateer Savannah: A print of the first Confederate privateer captured by the Union Brig Perry.\n​🏛️ Fallen Heroes \u0026amp; Contraband:\n​Lieutenant Greble: A portrait of the first U.S. Army regular officer to die in the Civil War.\n​\"Contraband of War\": A significant back-page cartoon depicting enslaved people seeking refuge with the Union army, referencing the \"Contraband\" policy established at Fortress Monroe.\n​🗞️ LITERARY \u0026amp; SATIRICAL CONTENT 🗞️\n​Charles Dickens: This issue continues the original serialized publication of \"Great Expectations,\" one of the crown jewels of Victorian literature.\n​Political Satire: Three cartoons on the back page provide a sharp, contemporary perspective on the military crisis.\n​🔍 CONDITION \u0026amp; TRANSPARENCY 🔍\n​Completeness: This is the complete 16-page issue, including the Winslow Homer front page and the full-page Big Bethel battle scene.\n​Authenticity: Guaranteed original woodblock printing from June 29, 1861, not a modern reproduction.\n​Condition Study: I take pictures of the entire sheet so you can study the condition personally. The Winslow Homer cover is particularly well-preserved, showcasing the fine line-work of his early career.\n​🥂 WHY IT IS A MUST-HAVE 🥂\n​Winslow Homer Collectors: A cornerstone piece of Homer's war-time portfolio.\n​Zouave \u0026amp; Big Bethel Historians: Features the definitive contemporary image of Duryee’s Zouaves in action.\n​Fortress Monroe \u0026amp; Hampton VA Buffs: Extensive architectural and military views of this critical \"freedom fort.\"\n​Custom Framing: I offer professional framing for any item in my shop. The Homer front page or the Duryee's Zouave charge would make a museum-quality historical focal point!\n​📦 SHIPPING \u0026amp; PRESERVATION 📦\n​Safe Storage: Housed in an acid-free archival folder with a Mylar overlay to protect the 165-year-old newsprint.\n​Flat Shipping: Shipped with heavy-duty reinforcement to ensure the issue and its centerfold arrive safely.\n​Tracked: All orders include tracking for your peace of mind.\n​🏷️ TAGS (SEO) 🏷️\n​1861 Harpers Weekly, Winslow Homer The War, Battle of Big Bethel, Duryee's Zouaves, Fortress Monroe, John Tyler Residence, Cairo Illinois, Contraband of War, Great Expectations Dickens, June 29 1861.\n​","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52264019853532,"sku":null,"price":90.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0849\/4759\/9580\/files\/e6c0ac07-il_fullxfull.7815402827_rkhw.jpg?v=1786496699"},{"product_id":"1861-lincoln-inauguration-winslow-homer-harpers-weekly-march-16-norfolk-navy-yard","title":"1861 Lincoln Inauguration Winslow Homer Harper's Weekly March 16 Norfolk Navy Yard","description":"This March 16, 1861, issue of Harper's Weekly is one of the most significant historical documents of the 19th century. It provides the definitive visual record of Abraham Lincoln’s First Inauguration, featuring a legendary centerpiece by Winslow Homer that captures the exact moment the American landscape changed forever.\n\n​Title: 1861 Winslow Homer Lincoln Inauguration Harper's Weekly March 16 Norfolk Navy Yard\n\n\n​📜 ABOUT THIS PIECE OF HISTORY 📜\n​📜 Winslow Homer’s Inaugural Masterpiece: The highlight of this issue is the breathtaking double-page centerfold by famed artist Winslow Homer: \"The Inauguration of Abraham Lincoln as President of the United States.\" This sprawling engraving shows Lincoln standing at the podium before the unfinished Capitol dome, delivering his First Inaugural Address. It is widely considered one of the most important and collectible prints in the entire Harper's Weekly series.\n\n​📜 The Transition of Power: The front page captures the somber reality of the day with \"The Inaugural Procession at Washington,\" showing the carriage carrying the outgoing James Buchanan and the incoming Abraham Lincoln through the Capitol gates. This is paired with an interior print of the two men entering the Senate Chamber, marking the fragile peaceful transfer of power as the country sat on the edge of the abyss.\n\n​🌟 FEATURED HIGHLIGHTS 🌟\n\n​🎨 Winslow Homer \u0026amp; Fine Art:\n​Centerfold: The iconic view of the 16th President taking the oath of office.\n​This is a cornerstone for any serious collector of American art or Lincolniana.\n​⚓ Naval \u0026amp; Strategic Sites:\n​\"The Navy Yard at Norfolk, Virginia\" — A detailed view of this critical facility just weeks before it was burned to prevent Confederate seizure.\n​\"The U.S. Frigate 'Sabine' Off Fort Pickens\" — Documenting the ongoing naval standoff in Florida.\n​\"The Washington Arsenal\" — A look at the Union's primary weapons storage in the capital.\n​⚔️ The Loss of Texas:\n​A series of prints including Fort Davis, Fort Arbuckle, and Fort Wachita, documenting the federal posts in Texas being abandoned or surrendered following the state's secession.\n​🏰 Fort Sumter Interiors:\n​Rare contemporary views of the interior of the fort that would, in less than a month, be the site of the war's first shots.\n​🗞️ LITERARY \u0026amp; SATIRICAL CONTENT 🗞️\n​Charles Dickens: Continued serialization of \"Great Expectations,\" providing a cultural backdrop to the unfolding political drama.\n​Political Cartoons: The back page features a biting look at the \"Office-Seekers at Washington,\" illustrating the swarms of people hounding the new President for political favors even as the Union dissolved.\n\n\n​🔍 CONDITION \u0026amp; TRANSPARENCY 🔍\n​Completeness: This is the complete 16-page issue, including the original front-page procession and the massive Winslow Homer centerfold.\n​Authenticity: Guaranteed original woodblock printing from March 16, 1861, not a modern reproduction.\n​Condition Study: I take pictures of the entire sheet so you can study the condition personally. The Winslow Homer centerfold is in excellent condition, with the fine lines of the Capitol architecture still sharp and clear.\n\n​🥂 WHY IT IS A MUST-HAVE 🥂\n​Lincoln Collectors: This is the \"Holy Grail\" of inaugural issues, featuring the most famous contemporary illustration of the event.\n​Winslow Homer Enthusiasts: A top-tier example of Homer’s work as a \"special artist\" for Harper’s.\n​Texas \u0026amp; Virginia Historians: Essential views of the Norfolk Navy Yard and the lost Texas frontier forts.\n​Custom Framing: I offer professional framing for any item in my shop. The Winslow Homer centerfold is a museum-quality centerpiece that deserves to be a focal point in any office or library!\n\n\n​📦 SHIPPING \u0026amp; PRESERVATION 📦\n​Safe Storage: Housed in an acid-free archival folder with a Mylar overlay to protect the 165-year-old newsprint.\n​Flat Shipping: Shipped with heavy-duty reinforcement to ensure the issue and its centerfold arrive safely.\n​Tracked: All orders include tracking for your peace of mind.\n\n\n​🏷️ TAGS (SEO) 🏷️\n​1861 Harpers Weekly, Abraham Lincoln First Inauguration, Winslow Homer Lincoln Print, Norfolk Navy Yard Virginia, Fort Davis Texas, Great Expectations Dickens, March 16 1861.\n​","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52264019984604,"sku":null,"price":444.44,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0849\/4759\/9580\/files\/6e4b559e-il_fullxfull.7815353299_p1e9.jpg?v=1786496701"},{"product_id":"1867-winslow-homer-homeward-bound-centerfold-james-watt-dickens-dec-21","title":"1867 Winslow Homer \"Homeward Bound\" Centerfold, James Watt, Dickens — Dec 21","description":"🗞️ HARPER'S WEEKLY · December 21, 1867\nComplete Issue · New York\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\nA collector's issue of the highest significance — the double-page centerfold \"Homeward Bound\" by Winslow Homer, held in the collections of the Smithsonian American Art Museum and the Metropolitan Museum of Art; a James Watt front page; Charles Dickens caricature; prairie chicken and squirrel hunting; U.S. Cavalry hunting moonshiners; and an Andrew Johnson jaybird cartoon. One of the finest Winslow Homer issues in the entire Harper's Weekly run.\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n🎨 WINSLOW HOMER — \"HOMEWARD BOUND\"\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\n🚢 DOUBLE-PAGE CENTERFOLD — \"HOMEWARD BOUND\" — BY WINSLOW HOMER\nThe showpiece of the issue — a double-page centerfold by Winslow Homer depicting passengers on the deck of a large ship, returning homeward bound across the Atlantic. This wood engraving — published on pages 808-809 of Harper's Weekly, December 21, 1867 — reflects Homer's direct experience of transatlantic travel following his ten-month stay in France in 1866-67, where he had exhibited his paintings. The scene captures the social world of the ocean liner with Homer's characteristic warmth and observational precision. This specific work is held in the permanent collections of: the Smithsonian American Art Museum (The Ray Austrian Collection, gift of Beatrice L. Austrian, Caryl A. Austrian and James A. Austrian, 1996.63.125), the Metropolitan Museum of Art (Harris Brisbane Dick Fund, 1928, Object Number 28.111.2(11)), and the Art Institute of Chicago. An original Harper's Weekly print — not a reproduction — of a double-page work by one of the greatest American painters of the 19th century. The issue following the two Parisian Ball prints from November 23 — this is Homer's third major contribution to Harper's Weekly in the space of a month, all from his recent Paris experience.\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n⚙️ JAMES WATT — FRONT PAGE\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\n⚙️ FRONT PAGE — \"JAMES WATT'S FIRST IDEA OF STEAM\"\nA front-page illustration depicting the legendary moment of James Watt's inspiration — the Scottish inventor's observation of steam from a kettle that led to his revolutionary improvements to the steam engine, which powered the Industrial Revolution. A significant and charming piece of Victorian invention mythology and industrial history.\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n📚 CHARLES DICKENS\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\n🎭 TWO IMAGES — \"MR. CHARLES DICKENS AND HIS FORMER AMERICAN ACQUAINTANCES — 'NOT AT HOME'\"\nTwo caricature images of Charles Dickens and his former American acquaintances — a humorous commentary on the changed relationship between Dickens and American society since his scathing first tour in 1842, when his criticisms of American life in American Notes had caused lasting offense. Now returned for his triumphant 1867-68 reading tour, old wounds were at least partially healed. A significant and witty piece of Victorian literary celebrity culture.\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n🖼️ INSIDE THE ISSUE\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\n🐔 FULL PAGE — \"PRAIRIE-CHICKEN SHOOTING IN KANSAS\"\nA full-page illustration of prairie chicken (greater prairie-chicken) shooting on the Kansas plains — a vivid piece of Western sporting and natural history, published at the height of the great grassland bird's abundance before its populations began to collapse.\n\n🐿️ NEARLY FULL PAGE — \"SQUIRREL HUNTING\"\nA nearly full-page illustration of squirrel hunting — a charming and atmospheric piece of American rural sporting and seasonal life.\n\n🥃 HALF PAGE — \"UNITED STATES CAVALRY HUNTING FOR ILLICIT STILLS IN THE SOUTH\"\nA half-page illustration of U.S. Cavalry officers searching for illegal whiskey stills in the South — a continuation of Harper's Weekly's recurring coverage of the Reconstruction-era moonshining conflict. A vivid piece of Southern Appalachian and Reconstruction law enforcement history.\n\n🦁 HALF PAGE — \"TERRIFIC CONTEST OF THE WILD BEASTS OF A MENAGERIE LIBERATED BY A RAILWAY ACCIDENT\"\nA dramatic half-page illustration of wild animals from a traveling menagerie running loose after a railway accident — one of the more sensational and entertaining pieces of Victorian disaster illustration.\n\n🐓 HALF PAGE — \"EXHIBITION OF THE AMERICAN POULTRY SOCIETY, NEW YORK\"\nA half-page illustration of the American Poultry Society exhibition — a vivid piece of Victorian agricultural and livestock show culture.\n\n🐦 BACK-PAGE CARTOON — ANDREW JOHNSON AS A JAYBIRD\nA small back-page political cartoon depicting President Andrew Johnson as a jaybird — a pointed piece of Reconstruction-era political satire, as Johnson's impeachment proceedings were underway in Congress.\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n📋 CONDITION\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\nI photograph every page of every issue so you can inspect the condition closely before purchasing. Please review all images carefully and don't hesitate to ask any questions — I'm happy to provide additional detail or close-up shots of any page, illustration, or area of concern before you buy.\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n📌 DETAILS\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\nPublication ········ Harper's Weekly\nDate ··············· December 21, 1867\nCity ··············· New York\nItem Number ········ 173156\nPages ·············· Complete Issue · No supplement\nFormat ············· Illustrated folio newspaper\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n📦 SHIPPING \u0026amp; PRESERVATION\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\n• Housed in an acid-free archival folder with Mylar overlay to protect the 159-year-old newsprint\n• Flat-shipped with heavy-duty reinforcement to ensure safe arrival of the centerfold\n• Fully tracked for your peace of mind\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n🔍 SEO TAGS\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\nWinslow Homer Homeward Bound, Homer double page centerfold, Homer ship passengers 1867, Smithsonian Homer Homeward Bound, Metropolitan Museum Homer, Art Institute Homer, Homer Harper's Weekly December 1867, Homer museum collection antique, Homer Paris return voyage, Homer wood engraving 1867, James Watt steam engine, James Watt first idea steam, steam engine invention Victorian, Industrial Revolution Watt, Victorian invention illustration, Dickens former acquaintances, Dickens American Notes parody, Dickens 1867 caricature, Charles Dickens Harper's Weekly, prairie chicken shooting Kansas, Kansas prairie bird hunting, squirrel hunting antique, American rural hunting, cavalry hunting stills, illicit stills cavalry South, Reconstruction moonshine cavalry, Andrew Johnson jaybird cartoon, Johnson impeachment cartoon, menagerie railway accident, poultry society exhibition, Harper's Weekly 1867, antique newspaper 1867, Reconstruction era newspaper, Victorian illustrated newspaper, antique illustration engraving, Victorian wall art, framing quality print, Winslow Homer collector, Victorian art collector, history lover gift, rare newspaper collectible, museum quality ephemera, Reconstruction era ephemera","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52264020148444,"sku":null,"price":191.91,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0849\/4759\/9580\/files\/c9fb5741-il_fullxfull.8212814302_8giq.jpg?v=1786496699"},{"product_id":"1867-two-winslow-homer-parisian-ball-prints-halloween-pumpkin-nov-23","title":"1867 Two Winslow Homer Parisian Ball Prints, Halloween Pumpkin — Nov 23","description":"🗞️ HARPER'S WEEKLY · November 23, 1867\nComplete Issue · New York\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\nA collector's issue of exceptional significance — two full-page Winslow Homer prints of Parisian ballrooms in a single issue, both held in major museum collections worldwide; a rare Halloween jack-o-lantern front page; and additional illustrations of rowing, pedestrianism, and American university architecture. One of the finest Winslow Homer issues in the Harper's Weekly run.\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n🎨 WINSLOW HOMER — TWO PRINTS\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\n🎭 FULL PAGE — \"A PARISIAN BALL — DANCING AT THE MABILLE, PARIS\" — BY WINSLOW HOMER\nA full-page wood engraving by Winslow Homer depicting the famous Bal Mabille — the legendary open-air dance pavilion in Paris that was the social center of Second Empire Parisian nightlife, renowned for its gaslit trees, dazzling illuminations, and fashionable dancers. Homer had recently returned from Paris, where he had exhibited his paintings and immersed himself in Parisian culture, and these two ballroom prints represent his direct response to that experience. This specific work is held in the collections of: the Smithsonian American Art Museum (The Ray Austrian Collection), the Art Institute of Chicago (Gift of Arthur and Hilda Wenig, 2001.813), the Delaware Art Museum (Gift of Helen Farr Sloan, 1988-46), the Portland Museum of Art, and the New York Public Library Jerome Robbins Dance Division. An original Harper's Weekly print — not a reproduction — of a work by one of the greatest American painters of the 19th century.\n\n🎭 FULL PAGE — \"A PARISIAN BALL — DANCING AT THE CASINO\" — BY WINSLOW HOMER\nA second full-page wood engraving by Winslow Homer — a companion piece to the Mabille print — depicting dancing at a Parisian casino ballroom. This work is held in the collections of the Portland Museum of Art, the Smithsonian Institution, and Wikimedia Commons. Two Winslow Homer prints in one issue is extraordinarily rare — together they make this one of the most collectible Homer issues in the entire Harper's Weekly run. An original print of a museum-held work.\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n🎃 HALLOWEEN\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\n🎃 FRONT PAGE — \"THE PUMPKIN EFFIGY\" — HALLOWEEN JACK-O-LANTERN\nA front-page illustration of a carved pumpkin jack-o-lantern — a rare and sought-after piece of Halloween ephemera in the Harper's Weekly run. Victorian Halloween-related illustrations are extraordinarily scarce in American illustrated newspapers of the 1860s, making this front-page jack-o-lantern a genuinely unusual find. The jack-o-lantern tradition, brought to America by Irish immigrants, was still new and regional in 1867 — one of the earliest appearances of the carved pumpkin in American illustrated media.\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n🖼️ INSIDE THE ISSUE\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\n🚣 HALF PAGE — \"SCULLING RACE ON THE MONONGAHELA RIVER\"\nA half-page illustration of a sculling race on the Monongahela River in Pittsburgh — a vivid piece of American rowing and sporting history, capturing the river racing culture of one of America's great industrial waterways.\n\n🚶 SMALL ILLUSTRATION — \"WESTON, THE PEDESTRIAN, ON THE ROAD\"\nA small illustration of Edward Payson Weston, the celebrated pedestrian, continuing his extraordinary transcontinental walk — a companion to the previous week's coverage of his remarkable feat.\n\n🏫 ILLUSTRATION — \"DREW THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY, MADISON, NEW JERSEY\"\nAn illustration of Drew Theological Seminary — the Methodist institution established in Madison, New Jersey in 1867, the very year of this issue. A significant piece of American Methodist educational history from the institution's founding year.\n\n🎓 ILLUSTRATION — \"ANTIOCH COLLEGE, YELLOW SPRINGS, OHIO\"\nAn illustration of Antioch College in Yellow Springs, Ohio — the pioneering coeducational institution that Horace Mann had led as its first president, one of the first American colleges to admit both men and women regardless of race. A significant piece of American educational and progressive history.\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n📋 CONDITION\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\nI photograph every page of every issue so you can inspect the condition closely before purchasing. Please review all images carefully and don't hesitate to ask any questions — I'm happy to provide additional detail or close-up shots of any page, illustration, or area of concern before you buy.\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n📌 DETAILS\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\nPublication ········ Harper's Weekly\nDate ··············· November 23, 1867\nCity ··············· New York\nItem Number ········ 173148\nPages ·············· Complete Issue · No supplement\nFormat ············· Illustrated folio newspaper\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n📦 SHIPPING \u0026amp; PRESERVATION\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\n• Housed in an acid-free archival folder with Mylar overlay to protect the 159-year-old newsprint\n• Flat-shipped with heavy-duty reinforcement\n• Fully tracked for your peace of mind\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n🔍 SEO TAGS\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\nWinslow Homer Parisian Ball, Homer Dancing Mabille Paris, Homer Parisian Ball Casino, Winslow Homer 1867 Harper's, Homer Paris ballroom print, Smithsonian Homer print, Art Institute Homer Chicago, Delaware Art Museum Homer, Homer wood engraving 1867, Winslow Homer original print, two Homer prints one issue, Homer museum collection antique, Halloween jack-o-lantern Victorian, pumpkin effigy Halloween antique, Victorian Halloween print, early Halloween illustration, jack o lantern antique print, Victorian Halloween ephemera, Halloween Harper's Weekly, Monongahela River sculling, Pittsburgh rowing Victorian, sculling race antique, Drew Theological Seminary, Drew Seminary Madison NJ, Antioch College Ohio, Horace Mann Antioch, coeducational college Victorian, Harper's Weekly 1867, antique newspaper 1867, Reconstruction era newspaper, Victorian illustrated newspaper, antique illustration engraving, Victorian wall art, framing quality print, Winslow Homer collector, Halloween collector, history lover gift, rare newspaper collectible, museum quality ephemera, Reconstruction era ephemera","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52264020246748,"sku":null,"price":111.11,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0849\/4759\/9580\/files\/8e3bdc0f-il_fullxfull.8260649759_crjc.jpg?v=1786496703"},{"product_id":"harper-s-weekly-september-20-1873-winslow-homer-snap-the-whip-original-antique-newspaper","title":"Harper’s Weekly — September 20, 1873 — Winslow Homer “Snap the Whip” — Original Antique Newspaper","description":"An iconic issue of Harper’s Weekly, dated September 20, 1873, featuring one of the most celebrated images in American art:\n\n⭐ Winslow Homer’s “Snap the Whip” — Double-Page Centerfold ⭐\n\nThis joyous scene of schoolchildren at play outside a rural schoolhouse became a national symbol of the innocence of childhood and the vanishing American agrarian way of life following the Civil War. It is widely considered one of Homer’s most desirable and collectible engravings, and it displays beautifully when framed. 🖼️\n\n\n---\n\nCONTENTS \u0026amp; ILLUSTRATIONS:\n\nWinslow Homer double-page centerfold: “Snap the Whip”\n\nFront page: “The New School Mistress” (touching rural education scene)\n\nFull page: “Saved!”\n\nIllustrated campus article: “The Northwestern University”\n\n“The Fête Napoleon at Chiselhurst — Reception by Ex-Empress Eugénie”\n\nSupplement engravings:\n\n“Humors of Railroad Travel”\n\n“The Latest Fashionable Intelligence”\n\n“Rip Van Winkle at the Village Tavern”\n\n\n\nA rich cultural document of post-Civil War America, education, nostalgia, literature, satire, and transatlantic politics.\n\n\n---\n\nCONDITION:\n\nVG to VG+ overall.\nThis issue was previously bound, with the expected stitch holes along the inner margin.\nPages are clean with light, even toning appropriate to age.\nNo major tears or losses.\nThe “Snap the Whip” centerfold is clean, strong, and excellent for display or framing.\n\n\n---\n\nOPTIONAL ARCHIVAL FRAMING AVAILABLE 🖼️\n\nI offer professional archival framing for the centerfold or any selected page.\n\nFraming includes:\n\nAcid-free mat\n\nUV-protected acrylic (prevents yellowing and fading)\n\nMatte black metal gallery frame\n\nFully sealed, ready to hang\n\n\nJust send a message or select the Framing Upgrade listing in my shop — I’m happy to help you choose the page with the strongest visual impact.\n\n\n---\n\nSIZE:\n\nApprox. 16” x 11” (standard Harper’s Weekly).\n\n\n---\n\nSHIPPING:\n\nShips flat, reinforced and protected — never rolled. 📦","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52264020869340,"sku":null,"price":900.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0849\/4759\/9580\/files\/f92d4f3c-il_fullxfull.7395705071_jxz1.jpg?v=1786496707"},{"product_id":"1861-winslow-homer-jefferson-davis-harpers-weekly-feb-02-secessionist-dream","title":"1861 Winslow Homer Jefferson Davis Harper's Weekly Feb 02 Secessionist Dream","description":"This February 2, 1861, issue of Harper's Weekly is a powerhouse of Civil War history and 19th-century art. Published as the Union was rapidly unraveling, it features a front-page work by Winslow Homer and one of the most famous allegorical centerfolds of the entire era.\n\n​Title: 1861 Winslow Homer Jefferson Davis Harper's Weekly Feb 02 Secessionist Dream\n\n​📜 ABOUT THIS PIECE OF HISTORY 📜\n​📜 Winslow Homer’s Mississippi Delegation: The front page is a significant original wood engraving by Winslow Homer titled \"The Seceding Mississippi Delegation in Congress.\" The central figure is Jefferson Davis, just days before he would resign from the U.S. Senate to become the President of the Confederacy. This is a premier \"Eve of War\" portrait documenting the very men who were dismantling the Union from within the Capitol.\n​📜 The Dream of a Secessionist: The double-page centerfold is a haunting and dramatic allegorical print titled \"Dream of a Secessionist—Washington and Valley Forge.\" It depicts a sleeping Southerner haunted by the ghost of George Washington and the starving soldiers of the Revolution, serving as a powerful Unionist warning that secession was a betrayal of the Founding Fathers' sacrifices.\n​🌟 FEATURED HIGHLIGHTS 🌟\n​🎨 Winslow Homer Artistry:\n​Front-Page: \"The Seceding Mississippi Delegation\" — Featuring a rare, contemporary likeness of Jefferson Davis as a U.S. Senator.\n​⚔️ Strategic Fortifications:\n​\"Sea Battery, Fort Monroe, Old Point Comfort, Va\" — A detailed view of \"Gibraltar of the Chesapeake,\" a massive Union stronghold that would remain a thorn in the side of the Confederacy throughout the war.\n​🏛️ Cultural Landmarks:\n​The Brooklyn Academy of Music: Two interior scenes of this newly opened cultural jewel, providing a glimpse into Northern social life as the country stood on the brink of war.\n​🎭 Humorous \u0026amp; Literary Content:\n​An Evening With Rarey: A series of 9 satirical cartoons on the back page focusing on the famous horse whisperer John Solomon Rarey.\n​Charles Dickens: This issue continues the original serialization of \"Great Expectations,\" appearing alongside the heavy political news of the day.\n​🔍 CONDITION \u0026amp; TRANSPARENCY 🔍\n​Completeness: This is the complete 16-page issue, including the original front page and the dramatic centerfold.\n​Authenticity: Guaranteed original woodblock printing from February 2, 1861, not a modern reproduction.\n​Condition Report: I take pictures of the entire sheet so you can study the condition personally. Examine the contrast in the Homer engraving and the sprawling detail of the \"Secessionist Dream\" centerfold.\n​🥂 WHY IT IS A MUST-HAVE 🥂\n​Jefferson Davis Collectors: This is one of the most important issues for collectors of Davis memorabilia, showing him at the exact moment he transitioned from U.S. statesman to Confederate leader.\n​Winslow Homer Fans: A cornerstone piece of Homer's early career as a political illustrator.\n​Political Allegory Enthusiasts: The \"Secessionist Dream\" is widely regarded as one of the most poignant and visually impressive pro-Union political prints of 1861.\n​Custom Framing: I offer professional framing for any item in my shop. The Homer front page or the \"Dream of a Secessionist\" centerfold would make a museum-quality historical focal point!\n​📦 SHIPPING \u0026amp; PRESERVATION 📦\n​Safe Storage: Housed in an acid-free archival folder with a Mylar overlay to protect the 165-year-old newsprint.\n​Flat Shipping: Shipped with heavy-duty reinforcement to ensure the issue and its centerfold arrive safely.\n​Tracked: All orders include tracking for your peace of mind.\n​🏷️ TAGS (SEO) 🏷️\n​1861 Harpers Weekly, Winslow Homer Jefferson Davis, Mississippi Secession Delegation, Dream of a Secessionist, Fort Monroe Virginia, Brooklyn Academy of Music, Charles Dickens Great Expectations, February 2 1861.\n​","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52264021033180,"sku":null,"price":92.29,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0849\/4759\/9580\/files\/81a17405-il_fullxfull.7763523622_bkew.jpg?v=1786496713"},{"product_id":"1861-winslow-homer-georgia-delegation-harpers-weekly-jan-05-dickens","title":"1861 Winslow Homer Georgia Delegation Harper's Weekly Jan 05 Dickens","description":"This January 5, 1861, issue of Harper's Weekly is a premier collector's piece, featuring two major early works by the legendary Winslow Homer and a massive literary contribution from Charles Dickens. Published on the absolute brink of the Civil War, it captures a nation suspended between holiday tradition and political collapse.\n\nTitle: 1861 Winslow Homer Georgia Delegation Harper's Weekly Jan 05 Dickens\n\n\n📜 ABOUT THIS PIECE OF HISTORY 📜\n📜 Winslow Homer’s Political Portrait: The full front page is a masterfully engraved piece by Winslow Homer titled \"The Georgia Delegation in Congress.\" It features portraits of ten men—including future Confederate Vice President Alexander Stephens and Robert Toombs—just weeks before they would resign their seats to join the secession. It is a critical visual document of the political leaders who led the South out of the Union.\n📜 Seeing the Old Year Out: In a stark departure from the political tension of the cover, the double-page centerfold features another Homer original: \"Seeing the Old Year Out.\" This sprawling, detailed scene captures various social classes celebrating New Year's Eve, showcasing Homer's unrivaled ability to document American life and social customs.\n🌟 FEATURED HIGHLIGHTS 🌟\n🎨 Two Major Winslow Homer Prints:\nFront-Page: \"The Georgia Delegation in Congress\" — A rare political group portrait.\nCenterfold: \"Seeing the Old Year Out\" — A classic Homer genre scene.\n📚 A Dickens Literary Feast:\nThis issue contains the second installment of \"A Message from the Sea,\" a Dickens Christmas story that occupies nearly seven pages of the paper.\nAlso includes a serialized portion of the masterpiece \"Great Expectations.\"\n🎭 Holiday Tradition:\n\"New Year's Eve in the Country\" — An additional genre print documenting rural American life during the mid-19th century.\n🔍 CONDITION \u0026amp; TRANSPARENCY 🔍\nCompleteness: This is the complete 16-page issue, including the original front page and the sprawling centerfold.\nAuthenticity: Guaranteed original woodblock printing from January 5, 1861, not a modern reproduction.\nCondition Study: I take pictures of the entire sheet so you can study the condition. Look for the intricate detail in the clothing of the Georgia delegation and the narrative depth in the centerfold.\n🥂 WHY IT IS A MUST-HAVE 🥂\nWinslow Homer Collectors: An essential \"double-homer\" issue featuring both his political and social-genre styles.\nCharles Dickens Bibliophiles: A massive amount of Dickens content, including a rare seven-page Christmas story installment.\nCivil War Historians: A haunting \"eve of war\" document featuring the Southern leaders who would soon form the Confederate government.\nCustom Framing: I offer professional framing for any item in my shop. The \"Old Year Out\" centerfold or the Georgia Delegation cover would make a museum-quality historical focal point!\n📦 SHIPPING \u0026amp; PRESERVATION 📦\nSafe Storage: Housed in an acid-free archival folder with a Mylar overlay to protect the 165-year-old newsprint.\nFlat Shipping: Shipped with heavy-duty reinforcement to ensure the issue and its centerfold arrive safely.\nTracked: All orders include tracking for your peace of mind.\n🏷️ TAGS (SEO) 🏷️\n1861 Harpers Weekly, Winslow Homer Georgia Delegation, Seeing the Old Year Out, Charles Dickens A Message from the Sea, Great Expectations Original Printing, Alexander Stephens, Robert Toombs, January 5 1861","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52264021098716,"sku":null,"price":90.44,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0849\/4759\/9580\/files\/ff68929d-il_fullxfull.7808746461_pas0.jpg?v=1786496710"},{"product_id":"1861-winslow-homer-long-bridge-harpers-weekly-june-08-ellsworth-zouaves","title":"1861 Winslow Homer Long Bridge Harper's Weekly June 08 Ellsworth Zouaves","description":"This June 8, 1861, issue of Harper's Weekly is a masterpiece of Civil War journalism, featuring some of the most iconic artwork of the 19th century. It documents a turning point in the conflict: the Union's first major advance into Virginia and the tragic birth of the war's first great martyr.\n\n​Title: 1861 Winslow Homer Long Bridge Harper's Weekly June 08 Ellsworth Zouaves\n\n\n​📜 ABOUT THIS PIECE OF HISTORY 📜\n​📜 Winslow Homer’s Masterpiece: This issue contains one of the most famous wood engravings of the era by the legendary Winslow Homer, titled \"The Advance Guard of the Grand Army of U.S. Crossing the Long Bridge over the Potomac at 2 a.m. on May 24, 1861.\" This haunting, moonlit scene captures the silent, historic moment the Union Army first crossed into Confederate Virginia to occupy Alexandria.\n​📜 The Death of Colonel Ellsworth: The nation mourns its first high-profile casualty in this issue. It features portraits of \"The Late Colonel Ellsworth\" and \"Corporal Francis E. Brownell,\" the man who instantly avenged Ellsworth’s death. A full page of illustrations titled \"Ellsworth's Zouaves\" documents the regiment that became the symbol of Northern resolve following the tragedy at the Marshall House.\n​🌟 FEATURED HIGHLIGHTS 🌟\n​🎨 Winslow Homer \u0026amp; Fine Art:\n​\"The Advance Guard...\" — A cornerstone piece for any collector of Homer's Civil War work.\n​Front-Page: \"Uniforms of the Fifth Regiment (Duryee's Zouaves)\" — Detailed study of the flamboyant French-inspired uniforms at Fortress Monroe.\n​🗺️ Panoramic War Map (Double-Page Centerfold):\n​\"Pictorial Map of the Seat of War\" — An expansive and visually stunning bird's-eye view stretching from Maryland down to Fort Pickens, Florida, meticulously detailing the United States Blockading Fleet.\n​🎖️ Regimental \u0026amp; Social News:\n​The Garibaldi Zouaves: Two prints showing the presentation of colors and their famous \"double-quick\" march down Broadway.\n​General Sickles' Excelsior Brigade: A scene of the bivouac at Harlem, New York.\n​Guthrie Grays: Documenting the Cincinnati regiment's march to Camp Dennison.\n​Sherman's Battery: A rare early-war look at the light artillery now positioned in Virginia.\n​🎭 Funereal Honors:\n​\"Funeral of the Late Colonel Vosburgh\" — A somber scene of the 71st N.Y. State Militia passing through Broadway.\n​🔍 CONDITION \u0026amp; TRANSPARENCY 🔍\n​Completeness: This is the complete 16-page issue, including the original front page, the Winslow Homer print, and the expansive pictorial map centerfold.\n​Authenticity: Guaranteed original woodblock printing from June 8, 1861, not a modern reproduction.\n​Condition Study: I take pictures of the entire sheet so you can study the condition. Look for the atmospheric shading in the Homer print and the fine coastal details in the centerfold map.\n​🥂 WHY IT IS A MUST-HAVE 🥂\n​Winslow Homer Collectors: This is one of Homer's most sought-after Harper's contributions due to its historical weight and artistic composition.\n​Ellsworth \u0026amp; Zouave Enthusiasts: A definitive memorial issue for the war's first fallen hero and the flamboyant \"Zouave craze.\"\n​Cartography Buffs: The double-page pictorial map is a stunning display piece of 19th-century geographical reporting.\n​Custom Framing: I offer professional framing for any item in my shop. The Winslow Homer \"Long Bridge\" print or the pictorial map centerfold would make a museum-quality historical focal point!\n​📦 SHIPPING \u0026amp; PRESERVATION 📦\n​Safe Storage: Housed in an acid-free archival folder with a Mylar overlay to protect the 165-year-old newsprint.\n​Flat Shipping: Shipped with heavy-duty reinforcement to ensure the issue and its centerfold arrive safely.\n​Tracked: All orders include tracking for your peace of mind.\n​🏷️ TAGS (SEO) 🏷️\n​1861 Harpers Weekly, Winslow Homer Civil War, Long Bridge Potomac crossing, Colonel Elmer Ellsworth Death, Duryee Zouaves, Garibaldi Zouaves New York, Civil War Pictorial Map, June 8 1861.\n​","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52264021131484,"sku":null,"price":88.88,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0849\/4759\/9580\/files\/5b60c837-il_fullxfull.7760733726_981f.jpg?v=1786496710"},{"product_id":"harper-s-weekly-november-15-1862-winslow-homer-sharpshooter-on-picket-duty-capitol-dome-under-construction-civil-war-newspaper","title":"Harper’s Weekly, November 15, 1862 – Winslow Homer “Sharpshooter on Picket Duty,” Capitol Dome Under Construction – Civil War Newspaper","description":"Harper’s Weekly – Journal of Civilization\nNew York, November 15, 1862\nOriginal 1862 Civil War Issue — Not a reproduction\n\nThis issue is especially desirable because it includes the famous Winslow Homer engraving:\n\n\u0026gt; “The Army of the Potomac — A Sharp-Shooter on Picket Duty.”\n\n\n\nThis is one of the most iconic and collected Civil War wood engravings, reflecting the emerging role of sharpshooters and the evolving character of war photography and reportage during this period. 🎯\n\nThe front page features a remarkable scene of convalescent Union soldiers passing through Washington, with the U.S. Capitol dome still under construction — making it a historically rich and highly displayable cover. 🇺🇸\n\n\n---\n\n🔥 Key Illustrated Content\n\nFront Page:\n• Convalescent Soldiers Passing Through Washington to Rejoin Their Regiments\n(With Capitol Dome still incomplete — important early architectural detail)\n\nWinslow Homer Full Page:\n• “The Sharpshooter on Picket Duty” — one of Homer’s earliest and most recognized war illustrations 🎨\n\nMilitary Operations \u0026amp; Field Scenes:\n• The Army of the Potomac — “Little Mac” Making His Rounds\n• Summit Station on Maryland Heights\n• Rebel Steamer “Oveto” Running the Blockade at Mobile\n\nMaps \u0026amp; Strategic Material:\n• Map of the Seat of War in Virginia — highly detailed operational military map 🗺️\n\nDouble-Page Centerfold:\n• “The War for the Union — Surprise of Rebel Guerrillas by U.S. Cavalry.”\nDramatic, large-format battle composition — excellent for framing.\n\nNaval \u0026amp; Industrial Targets:\n• Destruction of a Rebel Salt Factory on the Coast of Florida — full-page\n\nBack Page Political Cartoon:\n• The Pirate “Alabama” — Union commentary on Confederate raiding ships\n\n\n---\n\nCondition\n\nVG — Clean and complete, with strong impressions throughout.\nOne margin has been trimmed slightly close at binding from original volume storage, and there is minor edge wear, both very typical for Harper’s Weekly issues removed from bound sets.\nNo missing pages. No cutouts. Centerfold and Homer print are excellent for display. 🖼️\n\n\n---\n\nSize\n\nApprox. 16” x 11”\n\n\n---\n\n🖼 Archival Framing Available\n\nThis issue — particularly the Homer Sharpshooter and the double-page cavalry scene — looks fantastic framed.\nI offer:\n\nAcid-free archival matting\n\nUV-protective acrylic\n\nMatte black or walnut gallery frames\n\n\nJust message me, or pair this with the Frame Only listing in my shop.\n\n\n---\n\nShipping\n\nShips flat, never rolled.","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52264021360860,"sku":null,"price":400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0849\/4759\/9580\/files\/19304e72-il_fullxfull.7334598700_306f.jpg?v=1786496720"},{"product_id":"1872-winslow-homer-catskill-falls-harpers-weekly-sept-14-thomas-nast","title":"1872 Winslow Homer Catskill Falls Harper's Weekly Sept 14 Thomas Nast","description":"This September 14, 1872, issue of Harper's Weekly is a landmark for American art collectors, featuring a serene masterpiece by Winslow Homer, alongside the intense, biting political satire of Thomas Nast during the height of the 1872 election cycle.\n\n\n​Title: 1872 Winslow Homer Catskill Falls Harper's Weekly Sept 14 Thomas Nast\n\n\n​📜 ABOUT THIS PIECE OF HISTORY 📜\n​📜 Winslow Homer’s Masterpiece: The most desired print in this issue is the full-page wood engraving by Winslow Homer, titled \"Under The Falls, Catskill Mountains.\" Homer captures the romantic allure of the Hudson River School aesthetic, depicting tourists lounging behind the dramatic Kaaterskill Falls—a scene that balances the raw power of nature with the leisure culture of the Gilded Age.\n​📜 Nast’s Political Satire: Thomas Nast dominates the political discourse, using his art to support President Grant. The front page features the cartoon \"The Next In Order—Any Thing! Oh, Any Thing!\", mocking the opposition's desperation, while the interior full-page cartoon, \"The Wolf In Sheep's Clothing,\" scathingly depicts Horace Greeley trying to manipulate Uncle Sam.\n\n​🌟 FEATURED HIGHLIGHTS 🌟\n​🖼️ Winslow Homer’s \"Under The Falls, Catskill Mountains\" (Full-Page):\n​A quintessential Homer print documenting 19th-century American landscape tourism.\n​A must-have for American Art, Hudson River School, and Homer Collectors.\n​🎨 Thomas Nast’s Political Artwork:\n​Front-Page: \"The Next In Order—Any Thing! Oh, Any Thing!\"\n​Full-Page Inside: \"The Wolf In Sheep's Clothing\" — Featuring a classic Nast Uncle Sam.\n​🏛️ NYC Social Scene:\n​\"Sunday Morning In Central Park—Jews Drinking Mineral Water\" (Full-Page): A historically significant and highly detailed illustration by Sol Eytinge documenting social life in New York's newly established Central Park.\n​🎣 \"On The Beach—A Recognition\" (Half-Page): A charming genre scene capturing summer leisure.\n\n\n​🔍 CONDITION \u0026amp; TRANSPARENCY 🔍\n​Completeness: This is the complete 16-page issue, including the original front page and all interior illustrations.\n​Authenticity: Guaranteed original woodblock printing from September 14, 1872, not a modern reproduction.\n​Condition Study: I take pictures of the entire sheet so you can study the condition. Look for the fine shading in Homer's waterfall scene and the crisp linework in Nast's political caricatures.\n\n\n​🥂 WHY IT IS A MUST-HAVE 🥂\n​Winslow Homer Collectors: An original print of \"Under The Falls\" is a cornerstone piece for any American art collection.\n​Thomas Nast Enthusiasts: This issue features two significant Nast cartoons from the peak of the 1872 campaign.\n​NYC History Buffs: The Central Park mineral water print is a rare and vital record of 19th-century New York social history.\n​Custom Framing: I offer professional framing for any item in my shop. The Homer print or the Central Park scene would make a museum-quality historical focal point!\n\n​📦 SHIPPING \u0026amp; PRESERVATION 📦\n​Safe Storage: Housed in an acid-free archival folder with a Mylar overlay to protect the 154-year-old newsprint.\n​Flat Shipping: Shipped with heavy-duty reinforcement to ensure the issue arrives safely.\n​Tracked: All orders include tracking for your peace of mind.\n\n​🏷️ TAGS (SEO) 🏷️\n​1872 Harpers Weekly, Winslow Homer Under The Falls, Catskill Mountains Print, Thomas Nast Wolf In Sheep's Clothing, Horace Greeley Cartoon, Jews Drinking Mineral Water Central Park, 19th Century Genre Art, September 14 1872.\n​","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52264021917916,"sku":null,"price":158.88,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0849\/4759\/9580\/files\/c26a9b7f-il_fullxfull.7753503116_oy6d.jpg?v=1786496721"},{"product_id":"1872-winslow-homer-beach-harpers-weekly-aug-17-thomas-nast","title":"1872 Winslow Homer Beach Harper's Weekly Aug 17 Thomas Nast","description":"This August 17, 1872, issue of Harper's Weekly is a true centerpiece for collectors, featuring one of the most iconic wood engravings by Winslow Homer alongside a rare collection of political cartoons by Thomas Nast during the height of the 1872 election cycle.\n\n\n​Title: 1872 Winslow Homer Beach Harper's Weekly Aug 17 Thomas Nast\n\n\n​📜 ABOUT THIS PIECE OF HISTORY 📜\n​📜 Winslow Homer’s Seaside Masterpiece: This issue contains the highly celebrated full-page wood engraving by Winslow Homer, titled \"On The Beach—Two Are Company, Three Are None.\" Considered one of his most popular and \"desired\" prints, this evocative scene perfectly captures the social nuances and atmospheric light of Victorian-era leisure culture.\n​📜 Nast’s Political Assault: The issue is dominated by Thomas Nast, showcasing his relentless pursuit of the \"Liberal Republican\" movement against President Grant. It features a biting front-page cartoon regarding a Senator from Massachusetts, a sharp interior piece on \"Romish Politics,\" and a dramatic double-page centerfold, \"Satan, Don't Get Thee Behind Me!\", depicting Horace Greeley pleading with the devil.\n\n\n​🌟 FEATURED HIGHLIGHTS 🌟\n​🖼️ Winslow Homer’s \"On The Beach—Two Are Company, Three Are None\" (Full-Page):\n​A quintessential Homer print documenting 19th-century beach life.\n​A must-have for American Art, Winslow Homer Collectors, and Fashion History enthusiasts.\n​🎨 Thomas Nast’s Political Artwork:\n​Front-Page: A biting cartoon challenging a Senator from Massachusetts.\n​Double-Page Centerfold: \"Satan, Don't Get Thee Behind Me!\" — A dramatic, iconic caricature of the political landscape.\n​Interior Cartoon: \"Romish Politics—Any Thing To Beat Grant.\"\n​🐦 \"Training Carrier Pigeons\" (Nearly Full-Page): A detailed illustration of a unique 19th-century communications method.\n​🔥 \"Ten Acres of Fire\" (Half-Page): A dramatic scene documenting a major urban fire incident.\n​🔍 CONDITION \u0026amp; TRANSPARENCY 🔍\n​Completeness: This is the complete 16-page issue, including the original front page, the centerfold, and related text.\n​Authenticity: Guaranteed original woodblock printing from August 17, 1872, not a modern reproduction.\n​Condition Study: I take pictures of the entire sheet so you can study the condition. Look for the fine shading in Homer's print and the intense linework in Nast's caricatures.\n​🥂 WHY IT IS A MUST-HAVE 🥂\n​Winslow Homer Collectors: An original print of \"Two Are Company\" is a cornerstone piece for any American art collection.\n​Thomas Nast Enthusiasts: This issue features three distinct Nast cartoons, including a rare and dramatic centerfold.\n​Victorian Social History: A fantastic document of 1870s leisure, fashion, and political tension.\n​Custom Framing: I offer professional framing for any item in my shop. The Homer print or the Nast centerfold would make a museum-quality historical focal point!\n\n\n​📦 SHIPPING \u0026amp; PRESERVATION 📦\n​Safe Storage: Housed in an acid-free archival folder with a Mylar overlay to protect the 154-year-old newsprint.\n​Flat Shipping: Shipped with heavy-duty reinforcement to ensure the issue and its centerfold arrive safely.\n​Tracked: All orders include tracking for your peace of mind.\n\n\n​🏷️ TAGS (SEO) 🏷️\n​1872 Harpers Weekly, Winslow Homer Beach Two Are Company, Thomas Nast Satan Don't Get Thee Behind Me, Horace Greeley Devil Cartoon, Training Carrier Pigeons 1872, Gilded Age Political Cartoons, August 17 1872.\n​","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52264022048988,"sku":null,"price":128.88,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0849\/4759\/9580\/files\/1965c4bf-il_fullxfull.7801418943_hdm4.jpg?v=1786496722"},{"product_id":"1872-central-synagogue-nyc-harpers-weekly-july-06-winslow-homer-making-hay","title":"1872 Central Synagogue NYC Harper's Weekly July 06 Winslow Homer Making Hay","description":"This July 6, 1872, issue of Harper's Weekly is a remarkable collection of Gilded Age art and history, featuring a rare architectural record of New York City’s Jewish heritage alongside works by two of America’s most famous illustrators.\n\n\n​Title: 1872 Central Synagogue NYC Harper's Weekly July 06 Winslow Homer Making Hay\n\n\n​📜 ABOUT THIS PIECE OF HISTORY 📜\n​📜 A Landmark of Faith: This issue features a significant architectural print of \"The New Jewish Synagogue, Corner of 55th and Lexington Ave., New York\". Now known as the Central Synagogue, it is one of the oldest and most beautiful synagogues in continuous use in the United States. The illustration captures its striking Moorish Revival style, including its iconic twin onion-domed towers, providing a vital record of the building as it appeared to 19th-century New Yorkers.\n​📜 Winslow Homer’s Rural America: This issue also contains the highly celebrated full-page wood engraving \"Making Hay\" by Winslow Homer. Homer is revered for his ability to find profound beauty in everyday American life, and \"Making Hay\" is considered one of his most notable and sought-after prints from his time as a commercial illustrator.\n​🌟 FEATURED HIGHLIGHTS 🌟\n​🕍 Central Synagogue (Judaica Interest):\n​A full illustration of the newly completed synagogue at 55th and Lexington.\n​Accompanied by a detailed article explaining the significance of the building and its congregation.\n​An essential piece for Jewish History, NYC Architecture, and Judaica collectors.\n​🌾 Winslow Homer’s \"Making Hay\":\n​A full-page masterpiece of woodblock engraving.\n​Captures a serene scene of agricultural labor, showcasing Homer’s mastery of light and shadow.\n​🎨 Thomas Nast’s Political Satires:\n​Front Page: \"Our President Puts His Foot Down\" — A full-page cartoon featuring Ulysses S. Grant asserting American interests against the British Lion.\n​Interior Full-Page: \"Shylock, We Would Have Moneys and Votes\" — A sharp and controversial caricature reflecting the intense political and social tensions of the 1872 election cycle.\n​📚 Complete 16-Page Issue \u0026amp; Supplement:\n​Includes the full news coverage of the week and an attached supplement.\n​The supplement contains additional illustrations, including scenes from Gustave Doré’s \"London: A Pilgrimage\" series.\n​🔍 CONDITION \u0026amp; TRANSPARENCY 🔍\n​Completeness: This is the complete 16-page issue, including the original front page, the centerfold, and the extra supplement.\n​Authenticity: This is a guaranteed original woodblock printing from July 6, 1872, not a modern reproduction.\n​Condition: The issue is in very good condition with minimal foxing or wear, preserving the fine lines of the Homer and Nast engravings.\n​🥂 WHY IT IS A MUST-HAVE 🥂\n​Judaica Collectors: Original 19th-century views of major American synagogues are rare and highly prized for their historical and cultural significance.\n​Fine Art Enthusiasts: Obtaining an original Winslow Homer engraving at an accessible price point is a rare opportunity for collectors of American art.\n​New York City Historians: This issue provides a \"snapshot\" of the city's growth, from its changing religious landscape to its intense political debates.\n​📦 SHIPPING \u0026amp; PRESERVATION 📦\n​Flat Shipping: The issue will be shipped flat with heavy-duty acid-free reinforcement to prevent any bending or creasing.\n​Archival Protection: Each issue is housed in an archival-safe sleeve to ensure its continued preservation for the next 150 years.\n​🏷️ TAGS (SEO) 🏷️\n​1872 Harpers Weekly, Central Synagogue NYC, Jewish History Print, Winslow Homer Making Hay, Thomas Nast Shylock, Ulysses S Grant Cartoon, 19th Century Judaica, Moorish Revival Architecture, Antique New York City Map, July 6 1872.\n​","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52264022343900,"sku":null,"price":144.44,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0849\/4759\/9580\/files\/7ba9fc77-il_fullxfull.7801355687_sj2j.jpg?v=1786496722"},{"product_id":"1864-thomas-nast-thanksgiving-harpers-weekly-december-03-winslow-homer-wishbone","title":"1864 Thomas Nast Thanksgiving Harper's Weekly December 03 Winslow Homer Wishbone","description":"Title: 1864 Thomas Nast Thanksgiving Harper's Weekly December 03 Winslow Homer Wishbone\n​📜 ABOUT THIS PIECE OF HISTORY 📜\n​📜 A National Thanksgiving: This December 3, 1864, issue captures a nation attempting to find gratitude amidst the heavy toll of war. Following Lincoln's 1863 proclamation making Thanksgiving a permanent national holiday, this issue serves as a visual testament to the Union's resolve. It features the work of two American masters—Thomas Nast and Winslow Homer—offering a powerful combination of political allegory and the daily life of the common soldier.\n📜 The Siege of Savannah: On the military front, the focus shifts to the Georgia coast. The front-page prints document the \"Flag of Truce\" boats on the Savannah River, providing a prelude to the end of Sherman's March to the Sea, which would conclude with the capture of the city just weeks later.\n​🌟 FEATURED HIGHLIGHTS 🌟\n​🎨 \"Thanksgiving Day, 1864—United We Stand\" by Thomas Nast (Double-Page Centerfold): A \"terrific and very displayable\" masterpiece. This elaborate print features Abraham Lincoln at the center of several war vignettes, emphasizing national unity after his reelection. This is a premier item for patriotic art and Lincoln collectors.\n​🎖️ \"Thanksgiving Day in the Army—The Wish-Bone\" by Winslow Homer (Full-Page): A \"prime feature\" of this issue. Homer, perhaps the greatest American artist of the 19th century, captures two Union soldiers pulling a wishbone over a meager holiday meal. This is a quintessential Winslow Homer collectible and a poignant look at soldier life.\n​🌊 \"Our Blockading Fleet Off Wilmington, N.C.\" (Full-Page): Two scenes documenting the massive Union naval presence off the last major Confederate port. Essential for North Carolina and naval history buffs.\n​⛴️ The Savannah River \u0026amp; Blockade Running:\n​\"The Rebel Flag of Truce Boat 'Beauregard' with Savannah in the Distance\" — A significant cover print.\n​\"Capture of the Blockade Runner 'Annie'\" — A detailed half-page print of a naval seizure.\n​🏘️ \"In \u0026amp; Around Martinsburg, Virginia\" (Full-Page): Three views of this strategically vital town in the Shenandoah Valley, documenting the impact of the war on the local landscape.\n​🏗️ \"Great Tunnel Under Pittsburg, Penna.\": A rare one-quarter page print documenting a major 19th-century engineering feat in Pennsylvania.\n​👤 \"The Late Mr. John Leech\": A tribute to the famous British caricaturist and illustrator for Punch magazine.\n​🔍 CONDITION \u0026amp; TRANSPARENCY 🔍\n​Complete Issue: This is the full, original 16-page issue from December 3, 1864.\n​Originality: Guaranteed original woodblock printing from 1864—an authentic 161-year-old primary source.\n​Condition Study: I take pictures of every single page so you can study them carefully. Look for the intricate detail in Nast's vignettes and the classic, bold lines characteristic of Winslow Homer's woodblock era.\n​Humor: The back page features \"Uncle Sam's New Butler\" and the relatable \"Bellycose Appearance of Our Brave Boys After Thanksgiving.\"\n​🥂 WHY IT IS A MUST-HAVE 🥂\n​Art History Collectors: Having both a Nast centerfold and a Winslow Homer full-page in a single issue makes this a \"blue-chip\" investment for collectors of 19th-century American art.\n​Lincoln \u0026amp; Thanksgiving Enthusiasts: This issue documents the early traditions of the Thanksgiving holiday through the lens of the Civil War and the reelected President.\n​Georgia \u0026amp; Savannah Historians: The front-page views of the Savannah River are vital primary sources for the final days of the Atlanta\/Savannah campaign.\n​Custom Framing: I offer professional framing for any item in my shop. The Homer \"Wishbone\" or the Nast Thanksgiving centerfold would make a museum-quality historical focal point!\n​📦 SHIPPING \u0026amp; PRESERVATION 📦\n​Safe Storage: Housed in an acid-free archival folder with a Mylar overlay to protect the newsprint from environmental damage.\n​Flat Shipping: Shipped with heavy-duty reinforcement to ensure the issue and its large prints arrive safely.\n​Tracked: All orders include tracking for your peace of mind.\n​🏷️ TAGS (SEO) 🏷️\n​1864 Harpers Weekly, Winslow Homer Wishbone, Thomas Nast Thanksgiving 1864, Abraham Lincoln United We Stand, Blockade of Wilmington NC, Savannah River Civil War, Martinsburg Virginia 1864, Pittsburgh Tunnel 1864, Civil War Thanksgiving Army, December 3 1864.\n​","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52264024178908,"sku":null,"price":79.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0849\/4759\/9580\/files\/507b8f43-il_fullxfull.7782875087_rawy.jpg?v=1786496750"},{"product_id":"1864-metropolitan-fair-harpers-weekly-april-16-winslow-homer-owen-lovejoy","title":"1864 Metropolitan Fair Harper's Weekly April 16 Winslow Homer Owen Lovejoy","description":"Title: Harper's Weekly 1864 Metropolitan Fair April 16 Winslow Homer Owen Lovejoy\n​📜 ABOUT THIS PIECE OF HISTORY 📜\n​📜 A Floral Masterpiece: This April 16, 1864, edition is a visual celebration of the New York Metropolitan Fair, featuring a cover designed by the legendary Winslow Homer. These Sanitary Fairs were the lifeblood of the Union's medical efforts, raising millions for the care of soldiers through the sale of donated goods and art.\n📜 End of an Abolitionist Era: The issue pays tribute to the Hon. Owen Lovejoy, a staunch abolitionist and close ally of Abraham Lincoln. His death marked a significant loss for the radical wing of the Republican party during the height of the war.\n​📜\n​🌸 FEATURED HIGHLIGHTS 🌸\n​🎨 \"Floral Department of the Great Fair\" by Winslow Homer (Front-Page): A stunning full-page cover print. Homer captures the elegance of the fair's floral displays, showcasing his unmatched ability to document the social grace of the homefront during wartime.\n​🏛️ \"Grand Hall of the Fair Building, Fourteenth Street\" (Double-Page Centerfold): A massive, detailed panoramic view of the fair's main bazaar. This is a premier artifact for New York City historians, showing the vast scale of the architectural temporary structures built for the event.\n​🖼️ \"Picture Gallery of the Fair, 14th Street Building\" (Full-Page): A rare look inside the fair’s art exhibition, which featured works by the era's greatest painters (including Bierstadt) donated to raise funds.\n​🚒 \"The Fire Department in the Fair\" (Full-Page): Documenting the significant contribution of New York's firemen to the war effort and their elaborate display at the fair.\n​🌉 \"New Jersey Department of the Metropolitan Fair\": A dedicated print highlighting the contributions of the Garden State, perfect for New Jersey regional collectors.\n​🎖️ \"Brigadier-General Andrew Jackson Smith\": A portrait of the distinguished Union general known for his leadership in the Vicksburg and Red River campaigns.\n​⛪ \"Grand Opening of the Metropolitan Fair\": Additional prints documenting the pomp and circumstance of the fair's inauguration, attended by the city's elite and military leadership.\n​⭐\n​🔍 CONDITION \u0026amp; TRANSPARENCY 🔍\n​Complete Issue: This is the full, original 16-page issue from April 16, 1864.\n​Originality: Guaranteed original woodblock printing from 1864—an authentic primary source from the American Civil War.\n​Homer Attribution: The front-page \"Floral Department\" is a verified work by Winslow Homer, making this issue a \"blue-chip\" item for art collectors.\n​Support: I am a grounded and supportive partner in your collecting journey. Please reach out with any questions about the Homer cover or the fair's layout!\n​⭐\n​🥂 WHY IT IS A MUST-HAVE 🥂\n​Winslow Homer Enthusiasts: Cover-page Homer prints are among the most sought-after items in the Harper's catalog for their high display value and artistic pedigree.\n​Sanitary Commission \u0026amp; Medical Historians: The level of detail regarding the fair’s various departments makes this an essential primary source for studying civilian war relief.\n​NYC Architecture Buffs: The interior views of the 14th Street buildings provide a unique record of temporary Victorian \"exhibition\" architecture.\n​Custom Framing: I offer professional framing for any item in my shop. The Homer cover or the Grand Hall centerfold would make a museum-quality, high-contrast historical display!\n​⭐\n​📦 SHIPPING \u0026amp; PRESERVATION 📦\n​Safe Storage: Housed in an acid-free archival folder with a Mylar overlay to prevent any degradation of the historic rag paper.\n​Flat Shipping: Shipped with heavy-duty reinforcement to ensure the issue and its centerfold arrive safely.\n​Tracked: All orders include tracking for your peace of mind.\n​⭐\n​🏷️ TAGS (SEO) 🏷️\n​1864 Harpers Weekly, Winslow Homer Floral Department, Metropolitan Fair New York, Owen Lovejoy Abolitionist, Sanitary Commission Fair, NYC History 1864, General Andrew Jackson Smith, New Jersey Civil War, Antique Art Print, April 16 1864.\n​","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52264025063644,"sku":null,"price":45.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0849\/4759\/9580\/files\/d5b895ab-il_fullxfull.7780812463_gpub.jpg?v=1786496754"},{"product_id":"1877-winslow-homer-backgammon-central-park-skating-nast-feb-24","title":"1877 Winslow Homer Backgammon, Central Park Skating, Nast — Feb 24","description":"🗞️ HARPER'S WEEKLY · February 24, 1877\nComplete Issue + Supplement Pages · New York\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\nA premier collectible issue anchored by a Winslow Homer illustration in a double-page Water Color Exhibition centerfold, Central Park skating, two Thomas Nast cartoons, the Dardanelles castles, and a supplement covering Constantinople's constitutional moment, Dalmatian horse racing, and wild bull shooting in the Galápagos. One of the strongest issues of the winter 1877 run.\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n🎨 WINSLOW HOMER\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\n🎨 DOUBLE-PAGE CENTERFOLD — \"THE WATER COLOR EXHIBITION, NATIONAL ACADEMY OF DESIGN, NEW YORK — SKETCHES OF SOME OF THE PICTURES\" — INCLUDING WINSLOW HOMER'S \"BACKGAMMON\"\nThe most significant illustration in the issue — a double-page centerfold documenting the Water Color Exhibition at the National Academy of Design, showing sketches of the exhibited paintings. Among the works reproduced is Winslow Homer's \"Backgammon\" — a small reproduction of one of Homer's paintings presented to Harper's Weekly's national readership. Homer's work from this period is among the most collected American art of the 19th century, and this centerfold is a primary document of the New York art world at a significant moment in Homer's career. An original print, not a reproduction.\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n🖼️ THE FRONT PAGE \u0026amp; NAST\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\n🐷 FULL FRONT PAGE — THOMAS NAST: \"A JEWEL AMONG SWINE\"\nA Thomas Nast front page — a pointed Gilded Age commentary on the relationship between virtue and corruption, rendered with his characteristic allegorical wit.\n\n✏️ FULL PAGE — THOMAS NAST: \"THEY DO EACH OTHER HONOR\"\nA second full-page Nast cartoon — two Nast pieces in one issue during the turbulent final weeks of the Hayes-Tilden resolution.\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n🖼️ INSIDE THE ISSUE\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\n⛸️ FULL PAGE — \"SKATING IN CENTRAL PARK\"\nA full-page illustration of ice skating in Central Park — one of the great Victorian leisure scenes of New York City, capturing the Gilded Age's most fashionable winter pastime at the park's famous skating pond. A vivid and very frameable piece of New York City history.\n\n🎭 FULL PAGE — \"ST. VALENTINE'S DAY IN MERRIE OLD ENGLAND\"\nA full-page illustration of Valentine's Day celebrations in England — a warm and festive Victorian seasonal scene.\n\n🏰 TWO HALF PAGES — \"THE CASTLE OF EUROPE, DARDANELLES\" \u0026amp; \"THE CASTLE OF ASIA, DARDANELLES\"\nA matched pair of half-page illustrations of the twin fortresses guarding the Dardanelles strait — the Castle of Europe and the Castle of Asia, facing each other across the narrow waterway connecting the Aegean Sea to the Sea of Marmara. At the heart of the Ottoman crisis of 1877, the Dardanelles was one of the most strategically significant waterways in the world. A significant piece of Ottoman military and geographic history.\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n🕌 THE SUPPLEMENT\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\n📜 TWO-THIRDS PAGE — \"HEAVY RAINS AT CONSTANTINOPLE — PEOPLE GOING TO HEAR THE READING OF THE CONSTITUTION\"\nA striking illustration of Constantinople residents making their way through heavy rain to hear the reading of the new Ottoman constitution — the Constitution of 1876, which Sultan Abdul Hamid II had just promulgated under international pressure. It was one of the first constitutional documents in the Islamic world, though the Sultan would suspend it just two years later in 1878. A historically significant primary document of Ottoman constitutional history.\n\n🐎 TWO-THIRDS DOUBLE-PAGE — \"HORSE RACING IN DALMATIA\"\nA dramatic double-page illustration of horse racing in Dalmatia — the Adriatic coastal region then under Austro-Hungarian rule, capturing a vivid piece of South Slavic sporting culture rarely depicted in the American press.\n\n🐂 TWO-THIRDS PAGE — \"WILD BULL SHOOTING IN THE GALÁPAGOS ISLANDS\"\nA dramatic illustration of wild bull hunting in the Galápagos Islands — a remarkable and unusual piece of Pacific natural history, documenting the feral cattle that had been introduced to the islands by whalers and sailors and which were hunted by passing ships for provisions.\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n📋 CONDITION\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\nI photograph every page of every issue so you can inspect the condition closely before purchasing. Please review all images carefully and don't hesitate to ask any questions — I'm happy to provide additional detail or close-up shots of any page, illustration, or area of concern before you buy.\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n📌 DETAILS\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\nPublication ········ Harper's Weekly\nDate ··············· February 24, 1877\nCity ··············· New York\nItem Number ········ 174116\nPages ·············· Complete Issue + Supplement\nFormat ············· Illustrated folio newspaper\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n📦 SHIPPING \u0026amp; PRESERVATION\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\n• Housed in an acid-free archival folder with Mylar overlay to protect the 148-year-old newsprint\n• Flat-shipped with heavy-duty reinforcement to ensure safe arrival of the centerfold and supplement\n• Fully tracked for your peace of mind\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n🔍 SEO TAGS\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\nWinslow Homer Backgammon, Homer water color exhibition, Homer National Academy Design, Winslow Homer 1877 Harper's, Homer New York art scene, American art antique print, Homer painting reproduction, water color exhibition Victorian, National Academy Design 1877, Central Park skating Victorian, ice skating Central Park, New York winter skating, Gilded Age skating, Thomas Nast Jewel Swine, Nast They Do Each Other, Thomas Nast political cartoon, Dardanelles Castle Europe Asia, Ottoman Dardanelles fortresses, Dardanelles strait Victorian, Ottoman military geography, Constantinople constitution 1876, Ottoman constitution reading, Abdul Hamid constitution, Islamic constitutional history, Ottoman 1876 constitution, Dalmatia horse racing, Adriatic horse racing Victorian, Galapagos wild bull, Galapagos islands Victorian, Pacific natural history, feral cattle Galapagos, Valentine's Day England Victorian, Harper's Weekly 1877, antique newspaper 1877, Victorian illustrated newspaper, Gilded Age newspaper, antique illustration engraving, Victorian wall art, framing quality print, Winslow Homer collector, New York art history, history lover gift, rare newspaper collectible, museum quality ephemera, Gilded Age ephemera, Ottoman history antique","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52264025882844,"sku":null,"price":65.43,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0849\/4759\/9580\/files\/d3578a4a-il_fullxfull.8165691945_dmt4.jpg?v=1786496762"},{"product_id":"1874-first-republican-elephant-by-nast-winslow-homer-emigrants-nov-7","title":"1874 FIRST Republican Elephant by Nast, Winslow Homer, Emigrants — Nov 7","description":"🗞️ HARPER'S WEEKLY · November 7, 1874\nComplete Issue + Supplement Pages · New York\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\nOne of the most historically significant issues in the entire Harper's Weekly run — and arguably in the history of American political illustration. This issue contains the first appearance of the Republican elephant, drawn by Thomas Nast, the symbol that has represented the GOP for 150 years. Combined with a Winslow Homer full page, a dramatic Ottoman captives centerfold, a sweeping German emigrants double-page spread, and a Nast Tammany front page, this is a premier collectible issue by any measure.\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n🐘 THE FIRST REPUBLICAN ELEPHANT\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\n🐘 FULL PAGE — THOMAS NAST: \"THE THIRD TERM PANIC\" — FIRST REPUBLICAN ELEPHANT\nThe most significant illustration in the issue — and one of the most historically important political cartoons ever published. This full-page Thomas Nast cartoon, titled \"The Third Term Panic,\" contains the very first appearance of the Republican elephant in American political art. Nast introduced the elephant as the symbol of the Republican Party in this single image, and it has remained the party's symbol ever since — making this a 151-year-old document of living American political iconography. Thomas Nast also created the Democratic donkey and the modern image of Santa Claus, making him the most consequential illustrator in American popular culture history. This is an original woodblock print of the image's first appearance, not a reproduction.\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n🖼️ THE FRONT PAGE \u0026amp; ADDITIONAL NAST\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\n🐀 FULL FRONT PAGE — THOMAS NAST: \"A TAMMANY RAT\"\nA Thomas Nast Tammany Hall cartoon leading the full front page — his ongoing crusade against New York's corrupt Democratic machine, rendered with his characteristic savage wit.\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n🎨 WINSLOW HOMER\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\n🎨 FULL PAGE — WINSLOW HOMER: \"CAMPING IN THE ADIRONDACK MOUNTAINS\"\nA full-page Winslow Homer original illustration — one of his celebrated Adirondack series capturing the American wilderness, camping culture, and the Gilded Age romance of the outdoors. Homer's Harper's Weekly work from this period is among the most sought-after American illustration of the 19th century. This is an original woodblock print, not a reproduction.\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n🚢 THE DOUBLE-PAGE CENTERFOLD\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\n⚓ DOUBLE-PAGE CENTERFOLD — \"GERMAN EMIGRANTS FOR NEW YORK EMBARKING ON A HAMBURG STEAMER\"\nA sweeping, densely packed double-page scene of German emigrants crowding the docks at Hamburg, preparing to board a steamer for New York — a powerful document of the great German emigration wave of the 1870s that brought millions of Germans to America. Rich in human detail, movement, and emotion. Significant for collectors of German-American immigration history.\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n⚔️ OTTOMAN CAPTIVES — BALKAN CRISIS\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\n😢 LARGE ILLUSTRATION — \"THE CAPTIVES — YOUNG CHRISTIAN GIRLS CAPTURED BY BASHI-BOUZOUKS, ON THEIR WAY TO ADRIANOPLE TO BE SOLD\"\nA powerful and disturbing large illustration — painted by Jaroslav Černý — depicting young Christian women being marched away as captives by armed Turkish irregular soldiers (Bashi-Bouzouks), on their way to be sold at Adrianople. Published amid the growing international outcry over Ottoman atrocities against Christian populations in the Balkans, this image was part of the wave of press coverage that would ultimately lead to the Russo-Turkish War of 1877. A striking and historically significant piece of Eastern European and Ottoman history.\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n🍇 THE SUPPLEMENT\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\n🌿 LARGE ILLUSTRATION — \"GRAPE-GATHERING IN ITALY\"\nA beautifully rendered large supplement illustration of the Italian grape harvest — women and workers among the vines in a warm, atmospheric scene of rural Italian life. Richly detailed and very frameable.\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n📋 CONDITION\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\nI photograph every page of every issue so you can inspect the condition closely before purchasing. Please review all images carefully and don't hesitate to ask any questions — I'm happy to provide additional detail or close-up shots of any page, illustration, or area of concern before you buy.\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n📌 DETAILS\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\nPublication ········ Harper's Weekly\nDate ··············· November 7, 1874\nCity ··············· New York\nItem Number ········ 173876\nPages ·············· Complete · 16 pages + Supplement\nFormat ············· Illustrated folio newspaper\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n📦 SHIPPING \u0026amp; PRESERVATION\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\n• Housed in an acid-free archival folder with Mylar overlay to protect the 151-year-old newsprint\n• Flat-shipped with heavy-duty reinforcement to ensure safe arrival of the centerfold and supplement\n• Fully tracked for your peace of mind\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n🔍 SEO TAGS\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\nfirst Republican elephant Nast, Republican elephant origin, Nast Third Term Panic, Republican elephant 1874, GOP elephant first appearance, Thomas Nast Republican symbol, Nast political symbol, Republican Party elephant history, Thomas Nast original print, Nast Tammany rat cartoon, Tammany Hall cartoon Nast, Winslow Homer Adirondacks, Homer camping Adirondacks, Winslow Homer original print, Homer Harper's Weekly 1874, Homer wilderness illustration, Adirondacks Victorian print, German emigrants Hamburg, German immigration 1874, Hamburg steamer emigrants, German American history print, German immigration centerfold, Bashi-Bouzouks captives, Ottoman atrocities Victorian, Bulgarian atrocities 1874, Christian captives Ottoman, Jaroslav Cerny painting, Balkan crisis 1874, Russo-Turkish War origins, grape gathering Italy Victorian, Italian harvest illustration, Victorian Italy engraving, Harper's Weekly 1874, antique newspaper 1874, Victorian illustrated newspaper, Gilded Age newspaper, antique illustration engraving, Victorian wall art, framing quality print, Republican elephant collector, American political history, history lover gift, rare newspaper collectible, museum quality ephemera, Gilded Age ephemera, first GOP elephant print, Nast political cartoon original","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52264026898652,"sku":null,"price":321.32,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0849\/4759\/9580\/files\/aff36290-il_fullxfull.8098968980_r924.jpg?v=1786496775"},{"product_id":"1874-winslow-homer-flirting-sea-shore-nast-centerfold-indians-sep-19","title":"1874 Winslow Homer Flirting Sea-Shore, Nast Centerfold, Indians — Sep 19","description":"🗞️ HARPER'S WEEKLY · September 19, 1874\nComplete Issue + 4-Page Supplement · New York\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\nA premier collectible issue anchored by a celebrated Winslow Homer full page, a large Thomas Nast double-page centerfold, dramatic Native American warfare scenes, and a charming front page school illustration by Frank Church. One of the strongest issues of the 1874 run for collectors of American art and Gilded Age political history.\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n🎨 WINSLOW HOMER\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\n🎨 FULL PAGE — WINSLOW HOMER: \"FLIRTING ON THE SEA-SHORE, AND ON THE MEADOW\"\nThe crown jewel of the issue — and one of Homer's most beloved Harper's Weekly prints. A full-page composition pairing two scenes of summer courtship: young couples flirting on the sea-shore and on the meadow, rendered with Homer's characteristic lightness, humor, and mastery of light and atmosphere. This print captures the essence of the Gilded Age summer — leisure, youth, romance, and the American shore — in a way that no other illustrator of the era could match. Homer's Harper's Weekly work from this period is among the most sought-after American illustration of the 19th century. This is an original woodblock print, not a reproduction.\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n🖼️ THE FRONT PAGE\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\n🏫 FULL FRONT PAGE — FRANK CHURCH: \"A VILLAGE PUBLIC SCHOOL — THE YOUNG ORATOR\"\nA charming and warmly detailed front page by Frank Church — a gifted Harper's illustrator best known today as the author of the famous \"Yes, Virginia, There Is a Santa Claus\" editorial. A young student orates before his schoolmates in a scene that captures the Victorian ideal of public education and youthful promise.\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n✏️ THOMAS NAST\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\n🗡️ DOUBLE-PAGE CENTERFOLD — THOMAS NAST: \"THE SAME OLD PIRATE AFLOAT AGAIN\"\nA large-format double-page centerfold by Thomas Nast — the most feared political cartoonist of the Gilded Age. Spanning the full open breadth of the newspaper, this sweeping composition takes aim at a recurring political villain — a pirate reborn, corrupt and unrepentant. Nast's double-page centerfolds are among his most dramatic and impactful works.\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n🏹 NATIVE AMERICAN SCENES\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\n🚂 FULL PAGE — \"SKETCHES OF INDIAN WARFARE\"\nA full page containing two dramatic illustrations of the ongoing conflict between Native Americans and westward expansion:\n\n· \"A Chief Forbidding the Passage of a Train Through His Country\" — a powerful image of a Native American chief confronting a locomotive — one of the iconic visual metaphors of the era's collision between Indigenous sovereignty and American expansion\n· \"Scalp Dance\" — a ceremonial dance scene rendered in the dramatic Victorian illustrative tradition\n\nPublished at a moment of intense national focus on the Indian Wars, these illustrations are significant primary documents of how Americans in 1874 perceived and depicted Native peoples and the conflicts of the frontier.\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n📋 CONDITION\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\nI photograph every page of every issue so you can inspect the condition closely before purchasing. Please review all images carefully and don't hesitate to ask any questions — I'm happy to provide additional detail or close-up shots of any page, illustration, or area of concern before you buy.\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n📌 DETAILS\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\nPublication ········ Harper's Weekly\nDate ··············· September 19, 1874\nCity ··············· New York\nItem Number ········ 173862\nPages ·············· Complete · 16 pages + 4-page Supplement\nFormat ············· Illustrated folio newspaper\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n📦 SHIPPING \u0026amp; PRESERVATION\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\n• Housed in an acid-free archival folder with Mylar overlay to protect the 151-year-old newsprint\n• Flat-shipped with heavy-duty reinforcement to ensure safe arrival of the supplement pages\n• Fully tracked for your peace of mind\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n🔍 SEO TAGS\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\nWinslow Homer original print, Winslow Homer Harper's Weekly, Winslow Homer flirting sea shore, Winslow Homer 1874, Winslow Homer summer scene, Homer seaside illustration, Homer meadow flirting print, American art antique print, Homer genre scene, Homer courtship Victorian, Thomas Nast centerfold, Nast double page cartoon, Nast pirate cartoon 1874, Gilded Age political cartoon, Nast corruption cartoon, Frank Church illustrator, Village Public School Victorian, young orator school scene, Native American train confrontation, chief forbidding train, Indian Wars illustration, scalp dance Victorian print, Native American Harper's Weekly, frontier conflict 1874, Indian warfare Victorian, westward expansion illustration, Harper's Weekly 1874, antique newspaper 1874, Victorian illustrated newspaper, Gilded Age newspaper, antique illustration engraving, Victorian wall art, framing quality print, Winslow Homer collector, Homer seaside art original, American art print original, history lover gift, rare newspaper collectible, museum quality ephemera, Gilded Age ephemera, Homer summer romance print, Victorian seaside scene, Native American sovereignty print","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52264027193564,"sku":null,"price":222.22,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0849\/4759\/9580\/files\/b96ce373-il_fullxfull.8098806520_klo1.jpg?v=1786496779"},{"product_id":"harpers-weekly-1864-winslow-homer-feb-06-thomas-nast-john-clem","title":"Harper's Weekly 1864 Winslow Homer Feb 06 Thomas Nast John Clem","description":"Title: Harper's Weekly 1864 Winslow Homer Feb 06 Thomas Nast John Clem\n​📖 ABOUT THIS PIECE OF HISTORY 📖\n​📖 A Meeting of Masters: This February 6, 1864, edition is a powerhouse of American illustration, featuring the two greatest artists of the Civil War era. With Winslow Homer providing the evocative centerfold and Thomas Nast commanding the front page, this issue is a premier artifact for fine art and history collectors.\n📖 Youth and Valor: Beyond the grand art, the issue documents the incredible story of John Clem, the \"youngest soldier\" in the army, capturing the poignant reality of child soldiers in the 19th century.\n​📖\n​🎨 FEATURED HIGHLIGHTS 🎨\n​🔥 \"Halt Of A Wagon Train\" by Winslow Homer (Double-Page Centerfold): A highly \"desired\" and masterful centerpiece. It captures the quiet, atmospheric moment of soldiers gathered around a campfire. This is a classic example of Homer's ability to depict the \"ordinary\" life of the soldier with extraordinary depth.\n​🏅 \"Thanks To Grant\" by Thomas Nast (Front-Page): A powerful full-page cover showing the figure of Liberty pinning a medal on Ulysses S. Grant. This patriotic tribute solidified Grant's status as the North's premier hero during the winter of 1864.\n​🥁 \"Sergeant John Clem—Our Youngest Soldier\": A significant print and article on the 12-year-old \"Johnny Shiloh.\" This is a \"must-have\" for genealogists and military historians interested in the human cost of the war.\n​🐎 \"A Stampede of Army Horses\" (Full-Page): A dynamic and action-filled illustration showing the chaos of loose horses in camp, reflecting the constant unpredictability of cavalry life.\n​⛺ \"Camp of the New York 103rd Regiment Before Charleston\": A detailed regional print providing a visual record for those researching the 103rd NY Infantry and the siege operations in South Carolina.\n​💃 \"The Stag Dance\": A fascinating look at soldiers dancing with one another in camp to pass the time—a rare social history print showing the \"leisure\" activities of the front line.\n​🚂 \"Accident on the Pennsylvania Central Railroad\": A dramatic depiction of 19th-century rail travel hazards, perfect for railroad history buffs.\n​⭐\n​🔍 CONDITION \u0026amp; TRANSPARENCY 🔍\n​Complete Issue: This is the full, original 16-page issue from February 6, 1864.\n​Originality: Guaranteed original woodblock printing from 1864—an authentic primary source of American history.\n​Integrity: The Winslow Homer centerfold is intact and in a condition suitable for gallery-style framing.\n​Satire: Includes the back-page chess cartoon \"Check!\" featuring Mr. Seward and Earl Russell, documenting the diplomatic tensions with Great Britain.\n​⭐\n​🥂 WHY IT IS A MUST-HAVE 🥂\n​Fine Art Collectors: Owning a Winslow Homer centerfold and a Thomas Nast cover in a single original issue is the pinnacle of Civil War paper collecting.\n​Ulysses S. Grant Enthusiasts: The \"Thanks to Grant\" cover is one of the most iconic contemporary portraits of the General.\n​New York Military Historians: The 103rd Regiment camp print is a vital primary source for the history of the Empire State's contribution to the war.\n​Custom Framing: I offer professional framing for any item in my shop. The Homer \"Wagon Train\" centerfold or the Nast \"Grant\" cover would make a majestic, museum-quality display!\n​⭐\n​📦 SHIPPING \u0026amp; PRESERVATION 📦\n​Safe Storage: Housed in an acid-free cellophane sleeve to protect the 160+ year-old newsprint from light and environment.\n​Flat Shipping: Shipped with heavy-duty reinforcement to ensure the issue and the Homer centerfold arrive in pristine condition.\n​Tracked: All orders include tracking for your peace of mind.\n​⭐\n​🏷️ TAGS (SEO) 🏷️\n​1864 Harpers Weekly, Winslow Homer Wagon Train, Thomas Nast Grant, John Clem Youngest Soldier, 103rd New York Regiment, Civil War Camp Life, Pennsylvania Central Railroad, Military Art 1864, Ulysses S Grant Portrait, February 6 1864.\n​","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52264027422940,"sku":null,"price":72.71,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0849\/4759\/9580\/files\/68d2ce54-il_fullxfull.7663282630_m2ed.jpg?v=1786496783"},{"product_id":"1874-winslow-homer-seesaw-gloucester-baseball-in-england-sep-12","title":"1874 Winslow Homer Seesaw Gloucester, Baseball in England — Sep 12","description":"🗞️ HARPER'S WEEKLY · September 12, 1874\nComplete Issue + Supplement Pages · New York\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\nAn exceptional issue — one of the strongest of the entire 1874 run. A Winslow Homer full page leads the collectible content, paired with two rare baseball illustrations documenting the first American baseball tour of England, three Black Hills expedition prints capturing the moment gold was discovered in Custer's Gulch, and a striking array of genre and travel illustrations throughout. A must for collectors of American art, baseball history, and Western Americana.\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n🖼️ THE FRONT PAGE\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\n🎨 FULL FRONT PAGE — \"THE WELCOME\"\nA warm and engaging full front page scene — the kind of inviting Victorian genre image that anchors the issue beautifully.\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n🎨 WINSLOW HOMER\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\n🎨 FULL PAGE — WINSLOW HOMER: \"SEESAW — GLOUCESTER, MASSACHUSETTS\"\nThe crown jewel of the issue. A full-page Winslow Homer original illustration — one of his celebrated Gloucester series capturing childhood, summer, and the New England coast with his characteristic lightness and mastery of composition. Homer's Harper's Weekly work from this period is among the most sought-after American illustration of the 19th century, and his Gloucester scenes in particular are beloved by collectors of American art. This is an original woodblock print, not a reproduction.\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n⚾ BASEBALL IN ENGLAND\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\n⚾ FULL PAGE — \"THE AMERICAN BASEBALL PLAYERS IN ENGLAND — MATCH BETWEEN THE RED STOCKINGS AND THE ATHLETICS\"\nA full-page illustration documenting the landmark 1874 summer tour — the first time American professional baseball teams played abroad. The Boston Red Stockings and Philadelphia Athletics traveled to England to introduce the game to British audiences, playing both baseball and cricket matches. This illustration is a primary document of one of the most significant moments in baseball history — the game's first international ambassador moment.\n\n⚾ HALF PAGE — \"THE MAPLE LEAF BASEBALL CLUB OF GUELPH, ONTARIO, CANADA\"\nA half-page group portrait of the Maple Leaf Club players in uniform with bats — a wonderful and rare document of early Canadian baseball history. The Guelph Maple Leafs were one of the strongest amateur clubs in North America in this era. A significant collectible for Canadian sports history as well as early baseball collectors.\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n🏔️ THE BLACK HILLS — GOLD DISCOVERY\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\nThree prints documenting the Black Hills Expedition of 1874 — General Custer's fateful survey that triggered the Black Hills Gold Rush and ultimately led to the Great Sioux War:\n\n⛏️ \"CAMP WHERE GOLD WAS FIRST DISCOVERED — CUSTER GULCH ON THE LEFT\"\nThe most historically significant of the three — depicting the precise camp where gold was first found during Custer's expedition, the discovery that would ignite a gold rush, shatter the Fort Laramie Treaty, and set in motion the chain of events leading to the Battle of the Little Bighorn just two years later. A genuine primary document of American Western history.\n\n🏕️ Two additional Black Hills Expedition scenes rounding out the coverage.\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n🖼️ ADDITIONAL ILLUSTRATIONS\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\n🏥 FULL PAGE — \"THE FLOATING HOSPITAL OF ST. JOHN'S GUILD\"\nA full-page illustration of the pioneering floating hospital that brought poor New York children out to sea air for relief from summer heat and disease — one of the great Gilded Age charitable institutions and a fascinating piece of New York social history.\n\n🪨 HALF PAGE — \"LIMESTONE IN KANSAS\"\nA half-page geological and landscape illustration of the Kansas limestone formations — a document of the era's intense interest in the American West's natural wonders.\n\n🐚 HALF PAGE — \"PEARL FISHING AT CEYLON\"\nA half-page illustration of pearl divers at work off the coast of Ceylon (modern-day Sri Lanka) — a vivid Victorian travel and industry scene from the far reaches of the British Empire.\n\n🚢 MULTI-SCENE — \"ON THE VOYAGE TO GIBRALTAR\"\nComic sketches of shipboard life en route to Gibraltar — lively, humorous, and packed with Victorian character.\n\n🐎 FULL PAGE — \"ESCAPED — AN INCIDENT OF THE WAR\"\nA dramatic, atmospheric full-page illustration of figures in urgent flight on horseback through a dark landscape — a powerful Civil War or conflict narrative scene.\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n📋 CONDITION\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\nI photograph every page of every issue so you can inspect the condition closely before purchasing. Please review all images carefully and don't hesitate to ask any questions — I'm happy to provide additional detail or close-up shots of any page, illustration, or area of concern before you buy.\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n📌 DETAILS\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\nPublication ········ Harper's Weekly\nDate ··············· September 12, 1874\nCity ··············· New York\nItem Number ········ 173860\nPages ·············· Complete · 16 pages + Supplement\nFormat ············· Illustrated folio newspaper\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n📦 SHIPPING \u0026amp; PRESERVATION\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\n• Housed in an acid-free archival folder with Mylar overlay to protect the 151-year-old newsprint\n• Flat-shipped with heavy-duty reinforcement to ensure safe arrival of the supplement pages\n• Fully tracked for your peace of mind\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n🔍 SEO TAGS\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\nWinslow Homer original print, Winslow Homer Harper's Weekly, Winslow Homer Gloucester, Winslow Homer seesaw, Winslow Homer 1874, American art antique print, Homer children illustration, Homer New England print, baseball in England 1874, Red Stockings Athletics England, first baseball England tour, baseball history antique print, 1874 baseball Harper's Weekly, Maple Leaf Guelph baseball, Canadian baseball history, early baseball Canada, Black Hills gold discovery, Custer Black Hills expedition, Custer Gulch gold, Black Hills gold rush 1874, Great Sioux War origins, Black Hills 1874 print, Fort Laramie Treaty, floating hospital St Johns Guild, New York charity Victorian, pearl fishing Ceylon, Ceylon pearl divers Victorian, limestone Kansas illustration, Gibraltar voyage Victorian, Harper's Weekly 1874, antique newspaper 1874, Victorian illustrated newspaper, Gilded Age newspaper, antique illustration engraving, Victorian wall art, framing quality print, Winslow Homer collector, baseball collector antique, Western Americana history, American art original print, history lover gift, rare newspaper collectible, museum quality ephemera, Gilded Age ephemera, Homer Gloucester series, early professional baseball, international baseball history","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52264027586780,"sku":null,"price":234.56,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0849\/4759\/9580\/files\/17642041-il_fullxfull.8098793064_cnlf.jpg?v=1786496782"},{"product_id":"1874-homer-waiting-for-a-bite-custer-black-hills-harpers-weekly-aug-22","title":"1874 Homer Waiting for a Bite · Custer Black Hills — Harper's Weekly Aug 22","description":"1874 Homer Waiting for a Bite · Custer Black Hills — Harper's Weekly Aug 22\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\n🗞️ HARPER'S WEEKLY · August 22, 1874\nComplete Issue + Supplement Pages · New York\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\nWinslow Homer's boy lying in the summer grass, fishing line in the water, waiting for a bite — one of the most iconic prints Homer ever contributed to Harper's. And on the same pages: a map of the gold regions of the Black Hills explored by Custer's expedition — the document that set the Great Sioux War in motion. Bismarck's assassination attempt. Nast on the Cardinal's hat. Making hay across a double-page supplement centerfold. This is August 22, 1874 — and it holds the seeds of Little Bighorn.\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n🖼️ THE MAIN ISSUE\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\n🎨 WINSLOW HOMER — \"WAITING FOR A BITE\"\nFull page. One of Winslow Homer's most celebrated and beloved Harper's Weekly prints — a boy lying flat in the summer grass at the edge of a pond or stream, hat over his face against the sun, fishing line trailing in the water, waiting. It is a perfect image: the patience of childhood, the weight of a summer afternoon, the slight drama of what might come. Homer made many images of boys fishing, but this is the one that stays — the stillness, the suspension, the feeling of time stopped in the heat. For Winslow Homer collectors, American art enthusiasts, summer nostalgia collectors, and anyone who has ever waited for a fish to bite.\n\n🗺️ HALF PAGE MAP — \"THE GOLD REGIONS OF THE BLACK HILLS, EXPLORED BY GENERAL CUSTER'S EXPEDITION\"\nStop here. This map may be the most historically significant single page in this entire run of Harper's Weekly. In the summer of 1874, General George Armstrong Custer led a military expedition into the Black Hills of Dakota Territory — land that the Fort Laramie Treaty of 1868 had guaranteed to the Lakota Sioux as part of the Great Sioux Reservation, forbidden to white settlement. Custer's expedition confirmed what many had suspected: there was gold in the Black Hills. His dispatches and reports published in the press — including this map in Harper's Weekly — triggered the Black Hills Gold Rush, which brought tens of thousands of illegal white prospectors onto Lakota land. The United States government's attempt to buy or seize the Black Hills led directly to the Great Sioux War of 1876–77 and the Battle of Little Bighorn, where Custer and over 260 of his men were killed on June 25, 1876. This map — published in August 1874 — is a primary document of the events that caused that war. For Western history collectors, Custer history researchers, Lakota Sioux history scholars, Black Hills history enthusiasts, and anyone who understands the causal chain from this map to Little Bighorn — this half page carries extraordinary historical weight.\n\n📰 FRONT PAGE — \"THE LITTLE VAGRANT\"\nFull front page — a street child, a vagrant, rendered with Harper's characteristic sympathy for those outside the protective structures of Gilded Age society. The \"little vagrant\" was a recurring Victorian figure — the orphaned or abandoned child making their own way in the urban world.\n\n🎨 FULL PAGE — THOMAS NAST: \"WHO OUGHT TO HAVE THE CARDINAL'S HAT IN AMERICA?\"\nA full-page Nast cartoon on the question of which American Catholic bishop or archbishop should become a Cardinal — a debate that was intensely political in 1874, when the question of Catholic influence in American public life was one of the most contentious cultural flashpoints of the Gilded Age. Nast was famously suspicious of Catholic institutional power and brought his characteristic force to this debate.\n\n🔫 TWO QUARTER-PAGE PORTRAITS — BISMARCK AND HIS ASSAILANT\n· **Bismarck on the Promenade at Kissingen** — On July 13, 1874, Eduard Kullmann fired at Otto von Bismarck, Germany's Iron Chancellor and architect of German unification, at the spa town of Bad Kissingen, wounding his hand. Bismarck escaped serious injury, but the attack shocked Europe. Harper's documents both the man and the moment.\n· **Franz Edward Ludwig Kullmann, Bismarck's Assailant** — The portrait of the man who tried to kill the most powerful figure in European politics.\n\n🗡️ HALF PAGE — \"THE ATTEMPTED ASSASSINATION OF BISMARCK\"\nThe scene of the assassination attempt illustrated — Kullmann's shot, the crowd, the wounded chancellor. A primary document of one of the great political near-misses of the Gilded Age.\n\n🌲 HALF PAGE — \"HUNTING GROUNDS OF THE KING OF ITALY\"\nThe royal hunting preserves of King Victor Emmanuel II — Italian monarchy, aristocratic sporting culture, and the great forests of the Italian peninsula rendered for American readers.\n\n🗼 HALF PAGE — \"A PARIS SKETCH — SCENE IN THE CHAMPS ELYSÉES\"\nStreet life on the most famous avenue in the world — the Third Republic's Paris, nine years after Haussmann, the summer crowds on the Champs Elysées.\n\n👗 TWO-THIRDS PAGES — \"THE OLD STYLE (1794)\" AND \"THE NEW STYLE (1874)\"\nAn eighty-year fashion comparison — women's dress at the end of the 18th century versus the fashions of 1874. The evolution of silhouette, fabric, and social meaning across eight decades of women's fashion, rendered in parallel illustrations. For fashion history collectors and women's cultural history enthusiasts.\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n📄 THE SUPPLEMENT PAGES\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\n🌾 DOUBLE-PAGE CENTERFOLD — \"MAKING HAY\"\nThe supplement's visual centerpiece — a large double-page illustration of haymaking from a painting by Paul (possibly Jean-Paul Laurens or another leading French academic painter). Two figures in a summer field, the hay gathered around them, the barn behind, the light and labor of high summer rendered with extraordinary engraving quality. Farm life, pastoral beauty, and the honest work of the harvest — frame-worthy on its own, and exceptional for agricultural history collectors and Victorian pastoral art enthusiasts.\n\n🪖 TWO-THIRDS PAGE — \"BILLETED — SPAIN, 1874\"\nA supplement illustration documenting the Third Carlist War in Spain (1872–76) — the bitter civil war between the Carlist pretender and the constitutional government. \"Billeted\" shows soldiers quartered in a Spanish civilian home — the intimate and disruptive reality of civil war in a family's living space. For Spanish history collectors, Carlist War researchers, and 19th-century European military history enthusiasts.\n\n📚 \"THE TREASURE HUNTERS; SEARCH FOR THE MOUNTAIN MINE\" — CHAPTERS XX AND XXI\nFurther serialized chapters of this adventure fiction by George Manville Fenn — the supplement's literary component, dense and readable.\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n📋 CONDITION\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\nIntake photographs of every page are included in this listing. Please review all images carefully and reach out with any questions — happy to photograph specific pages or details on request.\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n📌 DETAILS\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\nPublication ········ Harper's Weekly\nDate ··············· August 22, 1874\nCity ··············· New York\nPages ·············· Complete · 16 pages + Supplement\nFormat ············· Illustrated folio newspaper\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n🔍 SEO TAGS\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\nWinslow Homer Waiting for a Bite, Winslow Homer fishing boy, Winslow Homer summer, Winslow Homer original print, Homer Harper's Weekly 1874, American art antique print, Custer Black Hills expedition, Black Hills gold map 1874, Black Hills gold rush map, Custer gold expedition, Great Sioux War history, Little Bighorn antecedent, Lakota Sioux Black Hills, Fort Laramie Treaty 1868, Dakota Territory gold, Western history primary document, Bismarck assassination attempt, Kullmann Bismarck, Otto von Bismarck portrait, Bad Kissingen 1874, German political history, Bismarck assailant portrait, Thomas Nast Cardinal hat, Nast Catholic cartoon, Catholic America Gilded Age, Little Vagrant Victorian, street child Victorian, Paris Champs Elysees sketch, French Third Republic 1874, fashion history 1794 1874, women's fashion comparison Victorian, King Italy hunting grounds, Victorian royal hunting, Third Carlist War Spain, billeted soldiers Spain, Carlist War illustration, making hay Victorian painting, haymaking pastoral supplement, French academic painting engraving, George Manville Fenn treasure hunters, Harper's Weekly 1874, antique newspaper 1874, Victorian illustrated newspaper, Gilded Age newspaper, antique illustration engraving, Victorian wall art, framing quality print, Winslow Homer collector, Black Hills collector, Custer collector, history lover gift, rare newspaper collectible, museum quality ephemera, Gilded Age ephemera, Western history antique, Sioux history print","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52264027914460,"sku":null,"price":321.32,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0849\/4759\/9580\/files\/e2a350d4-il_fullxfull.8072581714_tek3.jpg?v=1786496790"},{"product_id":"1874-winslow-homer-long-branch-black-watch-ashanti-harpers-weekly-aug-15","title":"1874 Winslow Homer Long Branch · Black Watch Ashanti — Harper's Weekly Aug 15","description":"1874 Winslow Homer Long Branch · Black Watch Ashanti — Harper's Weekly Aug 15\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\n🗞️ HARPER'S WEEKLY · August 15, 1874\nComplete Issue + Supplement Pages · New York\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\nWinslow Homer on the beach at Long Branch — children in the surf, the most fashionable resort in America alive in summer light. A fight involving Black communities in South America. Three scenes of the Pittsburgh flood. Five Parisian sketches. And a supplement with two full pages of the Black Watch regiment fighting through the forest of Ashante — the famous Scottish Highland soldiers in West Africa, drawn from life. This is August 15, 1874, and it spans three continents.\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n🖼️ THE MAIN ISSUE\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\n🎨 WINSLOW HOMER — \"ON THE BEACH AT LONG BRANCH — THE CHILDREN'S HOUR\"\nFull page. The print that makes the issue. Long Branch, New Jersey was the most fashionable seaside resort in Gilded Age America — presidents and financiers, society families and theatrical celebrities all summered there, and Winslow Homer depicted it repeatedly with a warmth and specificity no other artist matched. \"The Children's Hour\" shows children at play on the beach in the full heat of an August afternoon — the surf, the sand, the Victorian beach dress, the pure physical joy of the shore. Homer's Long Branch prints are among his most beloved and collected Harper's contributions. For Winslow Homer collectors, Long Branch history enthusiasts, New Jersey shore history buffs, and anyone who responds to the feeling of a summer beach in 1874.\n\n✊ HALF PAGE — \"A NEGRO FIGHT IN SOUTH AMERICA\"\nA half-page illustration documenting a conflict involving Black communities in South America — significant for Afro-Latin American history and the broader story of Black resistance and political assertion across the Americas in the era of emancipation. Brazil abolished slavery in stages between 1850 and 1888; throughout South America, Afro-descendant communities were fighting for recognition and rights in the 1870s. For African diaspora history collectors, Afro-Latin American history researchers, and Black history enthusiasts.\n\n📰 FRONT PAGE — \"SCANDAL\"\nThe front page illustration on the subject of scandal — social, political, or personal — with an accompanying article. Gilded Age America was awash in scandal: in politics, in business, in society. Harper's front page takes it on directly.\n\n🌊 DOUBLE-PAGE CENTERFOLD — \"THE PITTSBURGH FLOOD\" — THREE SCENES\nThree separate views of the flooding that struck Pittsburgh — the city at the confluence of the Allegheny and Monongahela rivers was perpetually vulnerable to seasonal floods, and when they came they were devastating. Three captioned scenes across a full double-page spread document the flooding, its reach, and its human impact. For Pittsburgh history collectors, Pennsylvania history enthusiasts, and flood disaster history researchers.\n\n🎨 THREE-QUARTER PAGE — \"PARISIAN SKETCHES\" — FIVE VIGNETTES\nFive street-level views of Paris life — the cafés, the boulevards, the markets, the people of the French capital in the summer of 1874. France was in the early years of the Third Republic after the trauma of the Franco-Prussian War and the Paris Commune; these sketches capture the city returning to its rhythms.\n\n🐎 \"THE HORSE BARRIER\"\nA large illustration relating to horse racing, steeplechasing, or equestrian competition — the barrier that starts the race, the horses and riders in the charged moment before release. For Victorian sporting art collectors and horse racing history enthusiasts.\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n📄 THE SUPPLEMENT PAGES\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\n⚔️ FULL PAGE — \"THE 'BLACK WATCH' IN ACTION — PHILLIPA IN [WEST AFRICA]\"\nOne of the two visual centerpieces of the supplement. The Black Watch — the 42nd Royal Highland Regiment, one of the most famous and storied regiments in the British Army, distinguished by their dark tartan plaid, their kilts, and their extraordinary battle record — shown fighting through jungle terrain during the Third Anglo-Ashanti War of 1873–74. The Black Watch served in the Gold Coast campaign under General Garnet Wolseley, fighting through the Ashanti forest toward Kumasi. This full-page illustration captures the regiment in action — figures pushing through dense tropical vegetation, the chaos of jungle warfare rendered with dramatic detail. For Scottish military history collectors, Black Watch regimental history enthusiasts, Anglo-Ashanti War researchers, and West African history buffs — a genuinely rare subject in American illustrated press.\n\n🌿 FULL PAGE — \"THE FOREST OF ASHANTEE\" — DRAWN BY M.L. DESSINS\nThe companion piece — a full-page supplement illustration of the Ashanti forest, drawn by M.L. Dessins and labeled with the page reference. The Ashanti forest of present-day Ghana was one of the most challenging environments British forces had ever fought in — dense tropical canopy, difficult terrain, extreme heat and disease. This illustration documents the battle environment: soldiers in the forest, the jungle pressing close, the fight for the Gold Coast rendered in dramatic engraving. For Ghana history collectors, British colonial West Africa researchers, Ashanti Kingdom history enthusiasts, and tropical warfare history buffs.\n\n📚 \"TREASURE HUNTERS; SEARCH FOR THE MOUNTAIN MINE\" — CHAPTER XXVII\nA supplement chapter of a serialized adventure story — treasure hunters, a mountain mine, and the serialized fiction that made Harper's Weekly as much a literary magazine as a news organ. Dense and readable, the supplement's literary content rounds out the visual feast of the Ashanti pages.\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n📋 CONDITION\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\nIntake photographs of every page are included in this listing. Please review all images carefully and reach out with any questions — happy to photograph specific pages or details on request.\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n📌 DETAILS\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\nPublication ········ Harper's Weekly\nDate ··············· August 15, 1874\nCity ··············· New York\nPages ·············· Complete · 16 pages + Supplement\nFormat ············· Illustrated folio newspaper\n\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n🔍 SEO TAGS\n━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\n\nWinslow Homer Long Branch, Winslow Homer beach, Winslow Homer Children's Hour, Long Branch New Jersey, Long Branch resort Victorian, Winslow Homer original print, New Jersey shore history, Gilded Age beach resort, Black Watch regiment illustration, Black Watch Ashanti, 42nd Royal Highland Regiment, Scottish military history, Anglo-Ashanti War 1874, Ashanti War West Africa, Ghana history Victorian, Gold Coast British colonial, Garnet Wolseley Ashanti, Ashanti forest battle, West African colonial history, Black Watch kilt Victorian, Scottish Highland regiment, Negro fight South America, Afro-Latin American history, Black South America Victorian, African diaspora history, Pittsburgh flood 1874, Pittsburgh flood illustration, Pennsylvania flood history, Pittsburgh history antique, Parisian sketches Victorian, Paris street life 1874, Third Republic France, horse barrier illustration, Victorian horse racing, Harper's Weekly 1874, antique newspaper 1874, Victorian illustrated newspaper, Gilded Age newspaper, Winslow Homer collector, antique illustration engraving, Victorian wall art, framing quality print, Black history collectible, Scottish history collectible, West African history print, history lover gift, rare newspaper collectible, museum quality ephemera, Gilded Age ephemera, treasure hunters serialized fiction","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52264027947228,"sku":null,"price":198.76,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0849\/4759\/9580\/files\/336905cb-il_fullxfull.8120486247_1b9a.jpg?v=1786496787"}],"url":"https:\/\/thekeenantiquarian.com\/collections\/winslow-homer.oembed","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}