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Harper’s Weekly Nov 5 1887 – Frederic Remington Crow Indians, Cavalry Drill, East River Bridge, Madison Sq Garden
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DESCRIPTION
This is an original Harper’s Weekly issue dated November 5, 1887, featuring multiple striking engravings—including a full-page Frederic Remington illustration and a dramatic cavalry-themed front cover. This 16-page issue is packed with Western Americana, NYC architectural history, and Gilded Age scenes perfect for framing or collecting.
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⭐ Key Illustrations & Highlights
• Full Front Page – “Thrown—An Incident of Cavalry Drill”
A powerful equestrian scene: a cavalryman unseated during drill, with his mount turning back toward him. Highly displayable, signed R.T. Zogbaum.
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⭐ FULL PAGE – Frederic Remington: “Crow Indians Firing into the Agency”
A dramatic depiction of Crow warriors on horseback, rifles raised, mid-gallop.
This is prime early Remington—excellent for collectors of Western art, Native American history, and frontier illustration.
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• Double-Page Centerfold – “A Wet Day on the East River Bridge”
A sweeping urban scene of pedestrians crossing the (Brooklyn) East River Bridge in heavy rain. A gorgeous, moody New York City panorama.
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• Full Page – “The Building to be Erected on the Site of the Madison Square Garden, New York”
Architectural rendering of the next iteration of one of NYC’s most iconic cultural landmarks.
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• Full Page – “The University of Minnesota”
A large architectural plate showing the campus and its main academic buildings—excellent for alumni and educational collectors.
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• ½ Page – “The St. Clair Shooting and Fishing Club House, St. Clair Flats, Michigan”
Picturesque waterfront club scene.
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• Additional Engravings
From your photos:
Illustrations of Gilded Age buildings
Smaller scenes of river life and rural architecture
Advertisements including Pears Soap, Steinway, and parlor games
Cartoon humor
Decorative layout elements typical of high-end Harper’s engravings
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• Portraits
John B. Cornell, noted industrialist
De Lancey Nicoll, prominent NYC political figure and DA candidate
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📜 Content Overview
Includes serialized literature, political commentary, foreign news, domestic editorials, and a wide range of illustrated advertisements—an excellent snapshot of late-1887 American life.
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📏 Size
Approx. 16 × 11 inches (folio format)
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📜 Condition
Very good overall:
Light expected toning
Crisp impressions throughout
Tight fold; original binding holes visible along spine
Minimal edge wear
No significant tears or losses
Engravings remain bright and sharp
A clean and highly displayable example.
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🖼️ Archival Framing Available
I offer museum-quality framing for standout pages, including:
Remington’s Crow Indians full page
Cavalry Drill front cover
East River Bridge centerfold
Madison Square Garden architectural plate
University of Minnesota engraving
Options include:
✓ Acid-free matting
✓ UV-protective acrylic
✓ Float mounting for full impact
✓ Black, walnut, gold, or custom finishes
Message me for mockups and pricing.
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📦 Shipping
Ships FLAT, never rolled. Carefully protected with:
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🎁 Perfect For Collectors Of:
Frederic Remington
Native American & Western Americana
Cavalry and military history
NYC architecture and infrastructure
Gilded Age Americana
University of Minnesota memorabilia
Harper’s Weekly originals
Frontier and equestrian art
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Harper’s Weekly Nov 5 1887 – Frederic Remington Crow Indians, Cavalry Drill, East River Bridge, Madison Sq Garden
$110.00