Lot 27
(Lincoln Assassination). April 29, 1865 issue of Harper's Weekly featuring a portrait engraving of John Wilkes Booth on the front cover, illustrating the front-page story: "The Murder of the President," which continues on the second page. The portrait shows Booth striking an actor's pose; his facsimile signature is below. 16 x 11¼ in. Illlustrations regarding the assassination include a two-page spread by Thomas Nast showing Liberty weeping over Lincoln's funeral bier. Paper has several pages which are separated at the spine and some edge tears, not affecting cover.
Estimated Value $300 - 500.
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| Realized $235 |
