1872 Horace Greeley Portrait Harper's Weekly Dec 21 Nast Centerfold
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This December 21, 1872, issue of Harper's Weekly is a poignant historical document, published shortly after the death of Horace Greeley, who passed away just weeks after his landslide defeat in the presidential election. It features a respectful tribute to the famed editor alongside typically biting social commentary from Thomas Nast.
Title: 1872 Horace Greeley Portrait Harper's Weekly Dec 21 Nast Centerfold
📜 ABOUT THIS PIECE OF HISTORY 📜
📜 Tribute to Horace Greeley: The full front page features a dignified portrait of Horace Greeley, honoring his legacy as the influential editor of the New York Tribune and a pivotal figure in American political and social discourse, despite his recent electoral defeat.
📜 "Modes of Settling Disputes": The captivating double-page centerfold by artist Sol Eytinge, titled "Modes of Settling Disputes in Different Countries," provides a satirical look at international conflict resolution. The print showcases 13 different methods, humorously depicting the United States method as dueling, alongside other comical and stereotypical representations of global cultures.
🌟 FEATURED HIGHLIGHTS 🌟
👔 Horace Greeley Portrait (Front-Page): A formal portrait commemorating the life and career of the Liberal Republican presidential candidate who died shortly after the election.
🎭 "Modes of Settling Disputes in Different Countries" (Double-Page Centerfold):
A satirical, detailed illustration by Sol Eytinge documenting 19th-century perspectives on international relations and cultural stereotypes.
A must-have for Satirical Art and International History collectors.
🎨 Thomas Nast Political Cartoon (Three-Quarter Page):
Further commentary on the political atmosphere following the election.
🗞️ SUPPLEMENT HIGHLIGHTS 🗞️
The attached supplement continues the serialized literary and cultural coverage of the era.
🔍 CONDITION & TRANSPARENCY 🔍
Completeness: This is the complete 16-page issue, including the original front page, the centerfold, and the attached supplement.
Authenticity: Guaranteed original woodblock printing from December 21, 1872, not a modern reproduction.
Condition Study: I take pictures of the entire sheet so you can study the condition. Look for the fine details in the international dispute centerfold and the sharp focus in the Greeley portrait.
🥂 WHY IT IS A MUST-HAVE 🥂
Political History Buffs: A critical issue for studying the immediate aftermath of the 1872 election and the death of Horace Greeley.
Satirical Art Collectors: The "Modes of Settling Disputes" centerfold is a classic, complex example of Victorian-era social commentary.
Custom Framing: I offer professional framing for any item in my shop. The Greeley portrait or the satirical centerfold would make a museum-quality historical focal point!
📦 SHIPPING & PRESERVATION 📦
Safe Storage: Housed in an acid-free archival folder with a Mylar overlay to protect the 154-year-old newsprint.
Flat Shipping: Shipped with heavy-duty reinforcement to ensure the issue and its supplement arrive safely.
Tracked: All orders include tracking for your peace of mind.
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1872 Horace Greeley Portrait Harper's Weekly Dec 21 Nast Centerfold
$40.40