{"product_id":"harper-s-weekly-october-22-1887-lincoln-statue-cycling-presidential-tour-yacht-club-cup","title":"Harper’s Weekly October 22, 1887 – Lincoln Statue, Cycling, Presidential Tour, Yacht Club Cup","description":"This is an original Harper’s Weekly, dated October 22, 1887, filled with rich Gilded Age illustration and political, cultural, and artistic commentary. This issue includes some of the most desirable imagery of the late 19th century — from the dramatic double-page unveiling of the Lincoln statue in Chicago to the elegant Challenge Cup of the American Yacht Club, as well as dynamic street-level political scenes from the president’s tour.\n\nThis copy is complete in 16 pages, with crisp, clean impressions and excellent display potential.\n\n\n---\n\n⭐ Highlighted Illustrations in This Issue\n\nFront Page\n\n“Returning Home” — a beautiful, atmospheric full-page engraving.\n\n\nInterior Features\n\nDouble-page centerfold:\n“Statue of Abraham Lincoln, to Be Unveiled in Lincoln Park, Chicago.”\nA highly sought-after image, suitable for framing.\n\n“Cycling in England — Down the Ripley Road” — a wonderful, lively cycling scene.\n\n“The Serpent of the Still” — dramatic Temperance-era political illustration.\n\n“The Challenge Cup of the American Yacht Club” — large, ornate trophy engraving.\n\nWay-Side Presidential Tour Scenes (Supplement) — multiple pages:\n\nThe President’s Arrival at Milwaukee\n\nDemonstrations of Welcome in St. Paul \u0026amp; Minneapolis\n\nThe President in Missouri\n\nAdditional vignette scenes from the tour\n\n\nLast Page Added:\nA large, bustling political illustration featuring crowds, flags, military procession, and Uncle Sam reading aloud — excellent wall-art subject matter.\n\n\n\n---\n\n🖼️ Perfect for Display or Gift-Giving\n\nI offer professional archival framing services upon request. Your print can be custom-matted and framed using acid-free materials and UV-protective acrylic — perfect for:\n\nOffice décor\n\nGifts for history lovers\n\nMuseum-quality wall display\n\nAmericana \u0026amp; political illustration collections\n\n\n\n---\n\n📏 Size\n\nApprox. 16 x 11 inches (standard Harper's Weekly folio).\n\n\n---\n\n📦 Condition\n\nVery good for its age. Clean pages, strong impressions, light edge wear typical of 19th-century newsprint. No major flaws affecting display.\n\nShips flat, carefully protected between archival boards.\n\n\n---\n\n🚚 Shipping\n\nI package all issues securely with rigid backing\n\n\n---\n\n🏛️ Why Collect Harper’s Weekly?\n\nHarper’s Weekly issues from the 1880s capture pivotal moments in American culture — political life, industrial achievements, architecture, and social movements — through some of the finest engravers of the century. This issue’s Lincoln centerfold and presidential tour content make it especially desirable to:\n\nAmericana collectors\n\nLincoln collectors\n\nPolitical memorabilia enthusiasts\n\nDecorative art buyers","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52264014414044,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0849\/4759\/9580\/files\/b964ea23-il_fullxfull.7458402566_gnvq.jpg?v=1786496638","url":"https:\/\/thekeenantiquarian.com\/products\/harper-s-weekly-october-22-1887-lincoln-statue-cycling-presidential-tour-yacht-club-cup","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}