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circa 1864
Unknown
[Election of 1864 Abraham Lincoln campaign shield]
Heraldic gold shield with photograph of Abraham Lincoln in center. With loop at top for hanging.
GLC08684
1866
Marshall, William Edgar (1837-1906)
[Engraving of portrait of Abraham Lincoln]
Artist's proof signed in lower right corner, "Wm. E. Marshall."
GLC03201
circa 1866
Holland, Josiah Gilbert, (1819-1881)
Life of Abraham Lincoln [Chapter 1]
A rebound copy of chapter one of Life of Abraham Lincoln by Josiah Gilbert Holland. also in this book is three broadsides advertising the book that have been pasted in, two in english one in German. Following the chapter there are sixty one pages for...
JB00377
18 January 1865
Lincoln, Abraham (1809-1865)
[Pardon of Robert Warrax by Abraham Lincoln]
Convicted of counterfeiting, Warrax was pardoned because of new evidence. Also signed by William H. Seward.
GLC00068.09
circa 1858
Pearson, T. P.
[Print of Abraham Lincoln photograph by Pearson]
Print of Abraham Lincoln (by "Joyce"). On glossy paper. Original photograph is an ambrotype by T. P. Pearson, Macomb, Illinois, 26 August 1858. O-8 [refers to Ostendorf identification number].
GLC05241.47
circa 17 July 1858
[Abraham Lincoln speech delivered July 17, 1858]
Speech delivered on July 17, 1858 in Springfield, IL, as a prelude to the Lincoln-Douglas debates. Contains Lincoln's stands on key national issues including the Dred Scott decision and the Lecompton Constitution. "My declarations upon...Negro...
GLC09241
1864
[Chromolithograph oil portrait of Abraham Lincoln, framed]
Idealized oil chromolithograph of Lincoln mounted on wooden backing within an oval wood frame. Published by E. C. Middleton & Co., Cincinnati, Ohio.
GLC02914
8 January 1864
E. & H.T. Anthony & Co.
[Abraham Lincoln, stereocard, seated half length view]
Yellow mount with printed inscription "American & Foreign Portrait Gallery." Half length, seated view of Lincoln without pink tinting. Similar to image #34.
GLC05136.35
9 February 1864
Berger, Anthony
[Abraham Lincoln, carte de visite, bust view]
White mount. Oval photo of engraving showing bust view. Lincoln's image on the five dollar bill is derived from this portrait. Related to image #13. [O-92 variant].
GLC05136.12
"Hon. Abraham Lincoln, President of United States"
Yellow mount with printed inscription "American & Foreign Portrait Gallery." Anthony's Prominent Portraits, #2968. Half length, seated view of Lincoln, with pink tinted face, hands, and chair. [O-84 variant]
GLC05136.34
no date
Brady, Mathew B. (ca. 1823-1896)
[Vignette of Abraham Lincoln and son Tad]
Reproduction of a photograph taken by Brady. Lincoln and his son are looking at an album of cartes.
GLC07963.02
Das Leben Abraham Lincoln's [In German]
JB00533
1865
Leendertz, Jan, (fl. 1865)
Levensgeschiedenis Van Abraham Lincoln [In Dutch]
JB00535
Buttre, John Chester (1821-1893)
Abraham Lincoln President of the United States
Done after a Mathew Brady photograph. Shows Lincoln surrounded by an emblematic border done by New York illustrator William Momberger. The images in the borders portray the defeat of the dragon "Secession," freed slaves, western emigration, rural...
GLC05239
03 June 1860
Hesler, Alexander (1823-1895)
[Abraham Lincoln, head-and-shoulders portrait, facing right.]
A print of a photograph of Abraham Lincoln taken by Alexander Hesler in Springfield, Illinois on June 3rd, 1860. The photograph portrays Lincoln's head and shoulders as he faces to the right, the photograph is oval-shaped. Hesler's "tousled hair"...
GLC05111.01.0004
Portrait photo of Abraham Lincoln [cabinet card]
The image shows a close-up of a young Abraham Lincoln wearing a goatee and looking directly at the camera. Inscriptions on verso: "M33" and "Whitney--"
GLC05111.01.1325
The state papers of Abraham Lincoln / Raymond, Ed.
GLC08581.02
March 1861
H. W. Fay
The image shows Abraham Lincoln, turned slightly to his left. Inscription on verso: "An Historical Treasure . . . . " followed by a lengthy explanation of the provenance of the photo. The image was taken in Springfield, Illinois just before Lincoln's...
GLC05111.01.1328
1861-1877
United States Department of the Interior
Abraham Lincoln National Historic Park (Kentucky) Guide
GLC08880.077
1939
Stevens, Frank E. (fl. 1939-)
The Dixon Abraham Lincoln Jefferson Davis Tradition
GLC08880.032
12 February 1913
Bernstorff, Count J. (fl. 1913-)
Abraham Lincoln as the Germans Regarded Him
GLC08880.079
Black mount. "15 cts." Penciled on verso. Bust view. [O-55].
GLC05136.04
White mount with blue border. "1200" penciled on verso. Bust view. Same image as #4. [O-55].
GLC05136.05
Magniadas, Franky (fl. 1865)
[Medal struck in France to honor Abraham Lincoln]
Profile of head of Lincoln with "Dedie par la Democratie Francaise a Lincoln President deux fois elu des Etats-Unis." The reverse shows Lincoln's grave with a winged angel and two African Americans honoring him.
GLC08763
[Pardon of John H. Craigmiles by Abraham Lincoln]
Tennessean rebel whose pardon was recommended by Andrew Johnson. Unusual Civil War pardon date for a rebel. (c/s Seward)
GLC00870
1860
Bartlett, David W. (fl. 1859-1860)
Life and public services of Hon. Abraham Lincoln
Published by H. Dayton. A work encompassing the political life of Abraham Lincoln up to 1860. The book is divided into four main chapters: early history, Congress, the senatorial race, and the Republican National Convention of 1860. Bartlett was a...
GLC02913.01
circa 1858-1860
Hesler
Abraham Lincoln vignette portrait. 1858-1860 ca.
Accompanied by folder with Meserve's notes: "Lincoln Meserve No 78. An original Hesler print bought Apr 14 1944." Printed below image: "Photo by Hesler, 113 Lake St. Chicago."
GLC05111.01.0638
Departure of the Remains (of Abraham Lincoln)
GLC09118.12
28 February 1857
[Abraham Lincoln: Immediately prior to Senate nomination, Chicago, Illinois]
A printing of a photograph taken of Abraham Lincoln by Alexander Hesler in Chicago on February 28th, 1857. The photograph portrays Lincoln's head and shoulders as he faces to the right. Lincoln had intentionally touseld his hair as he claimed his...
GLC05111.01.0001
[Abraham Lincoln, cabinet card, standing full length view]
White mount. Standing, full length view of Lincoln with hands clasped in front. Photo from engraving.
GLC05136.32
February 1865
E & H.T. Anthony (firm)
Hon. Abraham Lincoln, President of the United States
Photograph taken February 1865. President Lincoln is wearing a dark coat, vest, bowtie, and white shirt. Printed on the verso of the card: "prominent portraits no. 2969" Published by E. & H.T. Anthony & Co., American and Foreign Stereoscopic...
GLC07734
24 February 1861
Gardner, Alexander
[Abraham Lincoln, stereo card, seated full length view]
Black mount. Inscription on verso: "Stereo made from two matching carte photos, the originals are from Sid Strober's collection. Copy made by Fred Lightfoot, 1952." Seated, full length view of Lincoln with hat on the table beside him. [O-52].
GLC05136.33
Walker, Lewis E.
"Hon. Abraham Lincoln, President of the United States"
Yellow mount with printed inscription: "American & Foreign Portrait Gallery." Inscription in ink on verso: "Meserve no. 92, probably by Brady." Seated bust portrait of Lincoln with spiky haircut. Modern photograph of E. & H. T. Anthony stereocard...
GLC05136.49
1950
Abraham Lincoln from His Own Words and Contemporary Accounts
GLC08880.110
1871
U.S. Mint
[Medal of Abraham Lincoln to commemorate the Emancipation Proclamation]
Medal series of the U. S. Mint. Bronzed copper. High relief image of Lincoln based on Barber portrait. With words "Abraham Lincoln President of the United States." On verso, "Emancipation Proclaimed Jan. 1, 1863."
GLC08764
1928
Beveridge, Albert J. (1862-1927)
Abraham Lincoln, 1809-1858 ["manuscript edition" - expanded]
Howes B408aa. Limited "manuscript" edition
GLC00267.275
1862/10/21
Cooper, Peter (1791-1883)
A letter from Peter Cooper to ....Abraham Lincoln
Addressing opposition to slavery and duty of govt to induce slaves to fight for the Union. Printed with "what they have to do who stay at home" regarding the Sanitary Commission by F.L. Olmstead. Loyal Publication Society, No. 28-Part II. Disbound
GLC06853
1910
Choate, Joseph Hodges (1832-1917)
Abraham Lincoln and Other Addresses in England
JB00536
13 July 1863
Tolman, Benjamin (fl.1863)
By Order of Abraham Lincoln... A draft [Dedham, Mass.]
Broadside announcing the institution of a draft in Dedham, Massachusetts, signed at the court house in Concord, Mass. by members of the Board of Enrolment: S. Benton Thompson, Addison G. Fay, and David S. Fogg. Insertions made in black crayon...
GLC04531
1942/01/19
Abraham Lincoln vignette with TLS [January 19, 1942]
The image is a small vignette print of Abraham Lincoln. The print was with a letter (5111.01.0525) from F.H. Meserve to Dr. Warren of the Lincoln National Life Foundation dated 01/19/1942. Inscription on verso in Meserve's handwriting reads: "Bought...
GLC05111.01.0626
6 March 1865
Ward, Joseph
[Abraham Lincoln, carte de visite, vignette bust view]
White mount. Vignette bust view photographed on the balcony at the White House. [O-112].
GLC05136.15
The opinions of Abraham Lincoln, upon slavery and its issues
Excerpts relating to slavery taken from various speeches given by Lincoln over the years. Printed by L. Towers for the Union Congressional Committee. Signed in pencil on front "Moses W.D. Hamel."
GLC05765
22 May 1849
[Patent for Abraham Lincoln's improvement in buoying vessels over shoals]
Patent granted to Lincoln for inventing "a new and improved manner of combining adjustable buoyant air chambers with a steamboat or other vessel for the purpose of enabling their draught of water to be readily lessened to enable them to pass over...
GLC01304
28 September 1863
Chase, Salmon P. (Salmon Portland) (1808-1873)
to Abraham Lincoln re: relieving Hooker of Duty
"The request was possibly attributable to Gen. Hooker's persuasion that he could not rely on cordial cooperation from General Halleck...You will readily understand what distrust this conflict of orders might give rise to."
GLC07711
Anthony, E.
[Abraham Lincoln, carte de visite, seated full length view]
White mount. Seated, full length view of a contemplative Lincoln. Same image as # 7. [O-60].
GLC05136.06
White mount with orange border. Seated, full length view of a contemplative Lincoln. Same image as #6. [O-60].
GLC05136.07
[Abraham Lincoln, carte de visite, half length seated view]
White mount. Half length seated view. Lincoln's image on the five dollar bill is derived from this portrait. Related to image #12. [O-92 variant].
GLC05136.13
1861 February-1864 February
Carte de visite and cabinet card of Abraham Lincoln
The cabinet card (GLC02910.01) has Brady imprint front and back, and is a variant of O-92 without the table and with L's lower hand cut-off (see Ostendorf p. 176). The negative was taken by Anthony Berger 2/9/1864 and is the basis for Lincoln on $5...
GLC02910
circa 1887
[Portrait of Abraham Lincoln with two unidentified men]
One print of a portrait of Abraham Lincoln with two unidentified men.
GLC08878.1228
One print of a portrait of Abraham Lincoln with text below him that reads "...cherish a just and lasting peace."
GLC08878.1229
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