1872 Nast Brave Deserves Fair Harper's Weekly Oct 26 Election Seward
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This October 26, 1872, issue of Harper's Weekly captures the intense final push of the 1872 presidential election, featuring Thomas Nast’s artistic rallying cry for the Republican ticket, alongside significant reports on American political figures and international affairs.
Title: 1872 Nast Brave Deserves Fair Harper's Weekly Oct 26 Election Seward
📜 ABOUT THIS PIECE OF HISTORY 📜
📜 Nast’s Election Rallying Cry: The full front page is a striking Thomas Nast cartoon titled "None But the Brave Deserve the Fair." This print features a courageous depiction of Ulysses S. Grant and his running mate, Henry Wilson, positioning them as the valiant defenders of the Union against the opposition. It is a masterful example of Nast’s ability to turn political candidates into heroic figures.
📜 Post-War Politics & International Affairs: The issue includes a somber 2/3 page portrait of "The Late William H. Seward," honoring the former Secretary of State who had recently passed away. Additionally, it highlights the intense focus on voting with illustrations from "The October Election," specifically focusing on voter intimidation and mining communities in Pennsylvania.
🌟 FEATURED HIGHLIGHTS 🌟
🎨 Thomas Nast’s Political Artwork:
Front-Page: "None But the Brave Deserve the Fair" — A heroic endorsement of the Grant-Wilson ticket.
🏛️ Political Portraits & News:
William H. Seward Portrait (2/3 Page): Honoring the legacy of the former Secretary of State.
"The October Election" (Two 1/2 Page Illustrations): Documenting the voting process in Pennsylvania, including the intimidation of miners and the challenging of votes—a critical look at Reconstruction-era democracy.
"The Rev. Father Beckx Portrait" (1/6 Page): Highlighting the leadership of the Society of Jesuits.
🌍 International Relations:
"Banquet Given to the 'Alabama' Arbitrators" (1/2 Page): Documenting the high-level diplomatic dinner following the successful resolution of the Alabama Claims against Britain.
🔍 CONDITION & TRANSPARENCY 🔍
Completeness: This is the complete 16-page issue, including the original front page and all interior illustrations.
Authenticity: Guaranteed original woodblock printing from October 26, 1872, not a modern reproduction.
Condition Study: I take pictures of the entire sheet so you can study the condition. Look for the fine shading in the Seward portrait and the chaotic detail in the election scenes.
🥂 WHY IT IS A MUST-HAVE 🥂
Thomas Nast Collectors: The front-page cartoon is a quintessential example of his election art, showcasing his heroic style.
Reconstruction Historians: The "October Election" illustrations provide rare, candid glimpses into voter intimidation and the political atmosphere of 1872.
Diplomatic History Buffs: The print of the "Alabama" Arbitrators banquet is an important record of a landmark international arbitration success.
Custom Framing: I offer professional framing for any item in my shop. The Nast front-page or the "Alabama" banquet scene 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 arrives safely.
Tracked: All orders include tracking for your peace of mind.
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1872 Nast Brave Deserves Fair Harper's Weekly Oct 26 Election Seward
$38.88