Harper’s Weekly – February 5, 1887, Original • “Twist the Lion’s Tail” Front Page • Ice Carnival at St. Paul • Doublepage Centerf

Harper’s Weekly – February 5, 1887, Original • “Twist the Lion’s Tail” Front Page • Ice Carnival at St. Paul • Doublepage Centerf

$37.00
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Harper’s Weekly – February 5, 1887, Original • “Twist the Lion’s Tail” Front Page • Ice Carnival at St. Paul • Doublepage Centerf
  • Harper’s Weekly – February 5, 1887, Original • “Twist the Lion’s Tail” Front Page • Ice Carnival at St. Paul • Doublepage Centerf
  • Harper’s Weekly – February 5, 1887, Original • “Twist the Lion’s Tail” Front Page • Ice Carnival at St. Paul • Doublepage Centerf
  • Harper’s Weekly – February 5, 1887, Original • “Twist the Lion’s Tail” Front Page • Ice Carnival at St. Paul • Doublepage Centerf
  • Harper’s Weekly – February 5, 1887, Original • “Twist the Lion’s Tail” Front Page • Ice Carnival at St. Paul • Doublepage Centerf
  • Harper’s Weekly – February 5, 1887, Original • “Twist the Lion’s Tail” Front Page • Ice Carnival at St. Paul • Doublepage Centerf
  • Harper’s Weekly – February 5, 1887, Original • “Twist the Lion’s Tail” Front Page • Ice Carnival at St. Paul • Doublepage Centerf
  • Harper’s Weekly – February 5, 1887, Original • “Twist the Lion’s Tail” Front Page • Ice Carnival at St. Paul • Doublepage Centerf
  • Harper’s Weekly – February 5, 1887, Original • “Twist the Lion’s Tail” Front Page • Ice Carnival at St. Paul • Doublepage Centerf
  • Harper’s Weekly – February 5, 1887, Original • “Twist the Lion’s Tail” Front Page • Ice Carnival at St. Paul • Doublepage Centerf
  • Harper’s Weekly – February 5, 1887, Original • “Twist the Lion’s Tail” Front Page • Ice Carnival at St. Paul • Doublepage Centerf
  • Harper’s Weekly – February 5, 1887, Original • “Twist the Lion’s Tail” Front Page • Ice Carnival at St. Paul • Doublepage Centerf
  • Harper’s Weekly – February 5, 1887, Original • “Twist the Lion’s Tail” Front Page • Ice Carnival at St. Paul • Doublepage Centerf
  • Harper’s Weekly – February 5, 1887, Original • “Twist the Lion’s Tail” Front Page • Ice Carnival at St. Paul • Doublepage Centerf
  • Harper’s Weekly – February 5, 1887, Original • “Twist the Lion’s Tail” Front Page • Ice Carnival at St. Paul • Doublepage Centerf
  • Harper’s Weekly – February 5, 1887, Original • “Twist the Lion’s Tail” Front Page • Ice Carnival at St. Paul • Doublepage Centerf
  • Harper’s Weekly – February 5, 1887, Original • “Twist the Lion’s Tail” Front Page • Ice Carnival at St. Paul • Doublepage Centerf
  • Harper’s Weekly – February 5, 1887, Original • “Twist the Lion’s Tail” Front Page • Ice Carnival at St. Paul • Doublepage Centerf
  • Harper’s Weekly – February 5, 1887, Original • “Twist the Lion’s Tail” Front Page • Ice Carnival at St. Paul • Doublepage Centerf
Harper’s Weekly – February 5, 1887, Original • “Twist the Lion’s Tail” Front Page • Ice Carnival at St. Paul • Doublepage Centerf

Harper’s Weekly – February 5, 1887, Original • “Twist the Lion’s Tail” Front Page • Ice Carnival at St. Paul • Doublepage Centerf

$37.00
This is an authentic, original February 5, 1887 issue of Harper’s Weekly: The Journal of Civilization, packed with iconic political satire, winter festival scenes, major Gilded Age art pages, and richly illustrated reporting. A visually exceptional issue — ideal for collectors, historians, and framing. --- ⭐ Key Illustrations & Features 🦁 **Front Page Political Cartoon “A Query for Congress—Are We In A Position to Twist The Lion’s Tail?”** By W. A. Rogers A bold, humorous confrontation with the British Lion — a commentary on late-19th-century U.S.–British diplomatic tension. One of the most collectible front-page themes of the 1880s. --- ❄️ The Ice Carnival at St. Paul (Four Illustrations) A charming visual record of the famous St. Paul Winter Carnival, including: Ice palaces Winter games Royal procession themes Gilded Age celebration of winter tourism These prints are highly displayable and great for framing. --- 🕵️‍♂️ **Doublepage Centerfold “Suspicious Guests”** A dramatic, full-spread narrative scene — atmospheric, detailed, and excellent for wall display. --- 🎨 Full Page: “The Water-Color Exhibition” A multi-image artistic showcase including: Landscapes Portraits Interiors Genre scenes Perfect for collectors of 19th-century American art history. --- 🚉 **Full Page: “A Bitter Night at an Elevated Railroad Station”** A beautifully rendered nighttime city scene — bustling crowds, gaslight, winter coats, and the motion of an elevated train. An iconic depiction of the Gilded Age urban experience. --- 🧑‍💼 Portraits Small engraved portraits of notable political figures: Algernon S. Paddock William B. Bate --- 📰 Additional Content National political commentary Editorials Social & cultural reporting Dozens of period advertisements (Pears Soap, Castoria, early electric devices, watches, tonics, etc.) Complete in 16 pages. --- ✔️ Condition: VG / Very Good Clean, bright pages Strong impressions Light edge wear at the original binding points Excellent for collectors and framing --- 🖼 Archival Framing Available I can professionally frame any illustration from this issue with: ✓ Acid-free mat ✓ UV-protective acrylic ✓ Museum-quality presentation Great choices for display: The “Twisting the Lion’s Tail” front page Any of the Ice Carnival prints Doublepage centerfold “Suspicious Guests” Elevated railroad night scene Water-Color Exhibition page

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