Artifacts
The Frank and Virginia Williams Collection of Lincolniana consists of approximately 12,000 artifacts, statuary, prints, paintings, broadsides, ephemera, photographs, philately, collectibles/miniatures, and numismatics. Materials are housed in 20 map case drawers, 30 cartons, and a variety of loose statuary, prints, and paintings. The collection also includes nearly 100 original manuscripts and the Claude Simmons collection which consists of approximately 12 bankers boxes of Lincoln related materials and scrapbooks. There are also approximately 15,000 books, journals, and pamphlets separated into two collections: the Lincoln Book Collection and the Civil War/Collateral Book Collection.
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Abraham Lincoln’s Cabin inside Memorial Hall on Lincoln Farm, Near Hodgenville, Kentucky
Nancy Lincoln Inn and C.T. American Art Colored
This postcard features the Abraham Lincoln cabin inside the Memorial Hall on Lincoln Farm near Hodgenville, Kentucky.
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Lincoln Farm Near Hodgenville, Kentucky
Nancy Lincoln Inn and C.T. American Art Colored
This postcard features a portrait of Abraham Lincoln and a memorial inscription.
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Abraham Lincoln: The Martyred President
E. Nash
This postcard features an oval shaped portrait of Abraham Lincoln. This postcard also features Abraham Lincoln waving.
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Abraham Lincoln: The Martyred President
E. Nash
This post card features an oval shaped portrait of Abraham Lincoln. The postcard also features a standing picture of Abraham Lincoln delivering a speech.
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Abraham Lincoln: The Martyred President
E. Nash
This postcard features a portrait of Abraham Lincoln and the White House in Washington, D.C.
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Abraham Lincoln: The Martyred President
E. Nash
This postcard features an oval shaped portrait of Abraham Lincoln. This postcard also features Abraham Lincoln delivering an unidentified speech.
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Abraham Lincoln: The Rail Splitter
E. Nash
This postcard features an oval shaped portrait of Abraham Lincoln. This postcard also features Abraham Lincoln as a young man splitting rails.
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Abraham Lincoln: The Rail Splitter
E. Nash
This postcard features a young Abraham Lincoln splitting a log.
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A Man of Sorrow and Acquainted with Grief
E. Nash
This postcard features an oval shaped portrait of Abraham Lincoln. This postcard also features a transcript of Abraham Lincoln’s letter to Mrs. Bixby.
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Lincoln Centennial Souvenir
E. Nash
This post card features a young Abraham Lincoln splitting rails.
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Lincoln Centennial Souvenir
E. Nash
This post card features a young Abraham Lincoln splitting rails.
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Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation
E. Nash
This postcard features Abraham Lincoln delivering the Emancipation Proclamation before enslaved peoples.
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A Johnson Kicking Out the Freedman Bureau
Thomas Nast
The Civil War-era carte de visite features a caricature portrait of Andrew Johnson, who vetoed the Freedman's Bureau bill on 18 February 1866, kicking a literal bureau as dark figures fall from the drawers. The cardboard mount appears to be 20th century product.
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Caricature of Chevalier Henry Wikoff
Thomas Nast
The print features a caricature image of Chevalier Henry Wikoff. The photograph was originally enclosed in a frame, but was removed for preservation.
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H. Greeley
Thomas Nast
The Civil War-era carte de visite features a caricature portrait of Horace Greeley, editor of the New York Tribune. In the cartoon, Greeley is pictured holding the hand of a newspaper. The newspaper has been drawn with a face and appendages and appears to be in blackface. Broken chains are pictured below the newspaper's hands. Its cardboard mount appears to be 20th century product.
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Photograph of Robert E. Lee Portrait
Thomas Nast
Photo of standing portrait of Robert E. Lee, after a painting by Thomas Nast.
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Photograph of Stonewall Jackson Painting
Thomas Nast
Photo of Stonewall Jackson, after a painting by Thomas Nast.
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Sec Seward
Thomas Nast
The Civil War-era carte de visite features a caricature portrait of William H. Seward, Secretary of State during the Lincoln administration. In the cartoon, Seward is pictured wearing ancient Roman-era clothing. In his proper right hand he is shown holding a rolled document bearing the words "STATE DEPARTMENT." The CDV's cardboard mount appears to be 20th century product.
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Sec Wells
Thomas Nast
The Civil War-era carte de visite features a caricature portrait of Gideon Welles, the United States Secretary of the Navy during the Lincoln administration. The cartoon depicts Welles as Father Neptune (his nickname). Welles stands in front of an ocean scene and holds a trident in his proper right hand. The CDV's cardboard mount appears to be 20th century product.
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Sen Sumner
Thomas Nast
The Civil War-era carte de visite features a caricature portrait of Senator Charles Sumner, an advocate for the establishment of the Freedmen's Bureau, by Thomas Nast. In the cartoon, Sumner is pictured standing before a desk. Small, dark figures are shown clinging to his head and body. The CDV's cardboard mount appears to be 20th century product.
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Sovereigns, No. 10. "Captain, Tanner, Farmer, General, Imperator."
Thomas Nast
The chromolithograph depicts Ulysses S. Grant seated in a rocking chair. In his proper left hand, he holds a lit cigar.
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This little boy would persist in handling books above his capacity And this was the disastrous result.
Thomas Nast
Two panel cartoon showing Andrew Johnson standing on the top step of a step-ladder and lifting a large, heavy book from a high bookshelf; he falls off the ladder and is crushed by the book, the ""Constitution of U.S."" published by the Lincoln National Life Foundation from artwork by Thomas Nast (American, 1840-1902).
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Thomas Nast Caricature of General Ambrose Burnside
Thomas Nast
This object is a Civil War-era carte de visite featuring a caricature portrait of General Ambrose Burnside by Thomas Nast. The caricature depicts Burnside in his Union Army uniform and with a very large forehead. The CDV's cardboard mount, however, appears to be 20th century product.
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The Two Roads to Peace
National Union Executive Committee
The print is a pro-Lincoln broadside. The text compares the Republican and Democratic platforms for the 1864 presidential election.
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Log Cabin Near Antioch, West Virginia
Naturecraft and Dexter Press Inc,
This postcard features a monument near Antioch, West Virginia. This monument is on the site of the log cabin in which Nancy Hanks was born. Nancy Hanks was Abraham Lincoln’s mother.
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Image of Liberty Crowning Abraham Lincoln
Frank Neal
Photograph of painting Liberty Crowning Her Martyr. In the image, Lincoln kneels at the feet of Liberty, who hold a crown of leaves above his head.
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Abraham Lincoln Statue in Newark, New Jersey
New Jersey Post Card Company
This post card features an Abraham Lincoln statue in Newark, New Jersey.
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Flags of the Civil War card game
Marc Newman
Flags of the Civil War card game. Edited by Marc Newman. The History Channel Club Life Member. Printed in Italy. U.S. Games Systems, Inc. 2.5"x3.5" There are approximately fifty five cards. On the front of each card, there is a picture of a flag related to the American Civil War. There is also a short section that provides historical information about that flag. There is a box included. edited by Marc Newman and printed by U.S. Game Systems, Inc (American, 1968-present) with the copyright held by A&E Television Networks (American, 1984-present)
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New York Historical Society Abraham Lincoln Quotation Ornament
New York Historical Society
The oval-shaped ornament features a portrait of Abraham Lincoln on its front and a quotation on its reverse. At the top the ornament, a red silk ribbon is attached for hanging.
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All that I am, or hope to be, I owe to my angel mother Necklace
New York Historical Society, DVB New York, and Lost-Wax Method
The sterling silver necklace features a heart-shaped pendant that is inscribed with the words of Abraham Lincoln. It is accompanied by documentary information and a white box.
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Image of Sailboats on Water
George Hathaway Nickerson
The stereograph features a black and white image of a sailboat on water. In the background, several additional sailboats may be seen. The image is mounted on a yellow card with rounded edges.
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The Abraham Lincoln Statue at Buffalo & Erie County Historical Society
Charles H. Niehaus, Curteich, and Ernest Gunzberger
The postcard features the Abraham Lincoln statue at the Buffalo and Erie Historical Society.
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Henry Wadsworth Longfellow Commemorative Medal (from Hall of Fame for Great Americans at New York University Medal Series)
Anthony Notaro, Medallic Art Company, and Hall of Fame for Great Americans
The medal's obverse design depicts the left-quarter profile of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, an American poet best known for ""Paul Revere's Ride,"" The Song of Hiawatha, and Evangeline. The reverse features four figures, most likely the following characters from his works: Paul Revere, Evangeline, The Village Blacksmith, and Hiawatha. A tree is also pictured.
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Union Commanders
William Notman
Repro. of 19th century composite photo: ""Union Commanders."" Originally pub. by Notman Photo Co. of Boston. This photograph includes depictions of assorted Union leaders including, President Abraham Lincoln, Admiral David G. Farrugut, General William T. Sherman, General George Henry Thomas, General George Gordon Meade, General Ulysses S. Grant, General Joseph Hooker, General Philip Henry Sheridan, and General Winfield Scott Hancock. In the foreground of the image, there is a picture of a women on the home front. On the right-side of the foreground, there is also a women that is caring for a wounded solider. In the background of the image, there is several images including portraits of generals and leaders. There is also several murals of patriotic soldiers and monuments.
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Lincoln Memorial Cent 25th Anniversary Set/Numismatic News
Numismatic News
The set include fifty-six Lincoln Cents dated from 1959-1984 in commemoration of the twenty-fifth anniversary of the Lincoln Memorial.
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Lincoln Memorial Cent 25th Anniversary Set/Numismatic News
Numismatic News
The blue cardboard folder contains two medals and fifty-six Lincoln cents.
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Numismatic News 30th Anniversary Commemoratives 1952-1982
Numismatic News
The blue folder contains thirty-three Lincoln cents and two medals in commemoration of the thirtieth anniversary of Numismatic News.
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Numismatic News 30th Anniversary Commemoratives 1952-1982
Numismatic News
The set include thirty Lincoln Cents dated from 1952-1982 in commemoration of the thirtieth anniversary of Numismatic News.
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Abraham Lincolm-Hoosier Youth
Helen O’ Brien, Marquart Camera Shop, and Dexter Press Inc.
This post card features a statue entitled “Abraham Lincoln-The Hoosier Youth.”
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Abraham Lincoln Statue in Springfield, Illinois
Andrew O'Conner, Springfield News Agency, and Curteich
This postcard features Abraham Lincoln statue in Springfield, Illinois.
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Farragut on the Hartford at Mobile Bay, August 5. 1864
H. A. Ogden
Color bookplate from unidentified volume: ""Farragut on the Hartford...."" In the foreground and center of the image, there are several sailors depicted firing a cannon. The American flag is depicted in the center top of the image while a tattered confederate flag is shown in the upper right section of the image.
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Battle of Gettysburg, July 1 to 3, 1863
H. A. Ogden and The War Memorial Association
The full-color print with white borders depicts a scene from the Battle of Gettysburg. Men fight among a cloud of smoke. Soldier ride on horseback or run toward the fight. The print has been laminated to a piece of composite board. The print has been laminated to a piece of composite board.
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Burnside at Fredericksburg, December 13, 1862
H. A. Ogden and The War Memorial Association
The full-color print with white borders features an image of Ambrose Burnside speaking with another soldier. Several other soldiers stand in the background. The print has been laminated to a piece of composite board.
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BURNSIDE AT FREDRICKSBURG, DECEMBER 13, 1862
H. A. Ogden and The War Memorial Association
Color bookplate from unidentified volume, copyright 1912 by the War Memorial Assn. Title: ""Burnside At Fredericksburg..."" After a painting by H. A. Ogden. In the center of the image, General Ambrose Burnside is depicted pointing to the right side of the image while facing another solider. On the left side of the image, there is a solider solider on horseback while several others stand around. In the background of the image, there is smoke and vaguely obscured signs of a battle.
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Grant in the Wilderness May 5, 1864
H. A. Ogden and The War Memorial Association
Color bookplate from unidentified volume, copyright 1912 by the War Memorial Assn. Title: ""Grant in the Wilderness..."" After a painting by H. A. Ogden. General Ulysses S. Grant is depicted on horseback. General Ulysses S. Grant is shown be addressing other Union soldiers. In the background, there are several other Union soldiers that are also on horseback.
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Hooker at Chancellorsville, May 3 1863
H. A. Ogden and The War Memorial Association
The full-color print with white borders features Joseph Hooker on horseback. Several other soldiers are pictured on horses and on foot. The print has been laminated to a piece of composite board.
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Hooker at Chancellorsville, May 3, 1863
H. A. Ogden and The War Memorial Association
Color bookplate from unidentified volume, copyright 1912 by the War Memorial Assn. Title: ""Hooker at Chancellorsville..."" After a painting by H. A. Ogden. In the center of the image, General Joseph Hooker is depicted on in a blue and yellow uniform. General Joseph Sheridan is depicted waving his hat at on looking soldiers. Two of the soldiers are depicted waving flags. Behind General Joseph Hooker, there are several soldiers on horseback.
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Kearsarge Sinking the Alabama, June 19, 1864
H. A. Ogden and The War Memorial Association
The full-color print with white borders depicts the U.S.S. Kearsarge sinking the C.S.S. Alabama. The print has been laminated to a piece of composite board.
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McClellan at Antietam, September 17, 1862
H. A. Ogden and The War Memorial Association
A full-color print with white borders of McClellan and his troops at the Battle of Antietam. The print has been laminated to a piece of composite board.
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McClellan at Antietam, September 17, 1862
H. A. Ogden and The War Memorial Association
Color bookplate from unidentified volume, copyright 1912 by the War Memorial Assn. Title: ""McClellan at Antietam..."" After a painting by H. A. Ogden. In the center of the image, General George McClellan is depicted waving at Union troops as he rides by on horseback. In the background of the image, there is a small group of soldiers behind General George McClellan.
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Meade At Gettysburg, July 2, 1863
H. A. Ogden and The War Memorial Association
Color bookplate from unidentified volume, copyright 1912 by the War Memorial Assn. Title: ""Meade at Gettysburg..."" After a painting by H. A. Ogden. In the foreground of the image, there is a solider depicted laying on the ground with his bayonet charged. In the center of the image, there is two soldiers on horseback. Both soldiers are depicted having blue and yellow uniforms. In the background of the image, there are partially obscured depictions of soldiers that are preparing for battle.
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Meade at Gettysburg, July 2, 1863
H. A. Ogden and The War Memorial Association
The full-color print with white borders features George Meade on horseback. Other soldiers are pictured on horseback while several other soldiers fight in the distance. The print has been laminated to a piece of composite board.
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Sheridan at Five Forks April 1, 1865
H. A. Ogden and The War Memorial Association
Color bookplate from unidentified volume, copyright 1912 by the War Memorial Assn. Title: ""Sheridan at Five Forks..."" After a painting by H. A. Ogden. General Philip Sheridan is depicted rising horseback over a wooden barrier. General Sheridan is depicted holding a white and red flag on a golden brown pole. To the left and right of General Philip Sheridan, there are several depictions of Confederate soldiers surrendering. Behind General Philip Sheridan, there are depiction of partially obscured Union soldiers advancing.
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Sheridan at Five Forks, April 1, 1865
H. A. Ogden and The War Memorial Association
The full-color print with white borders depicts Philip Sheridan on horseback jumping over a Confederate barrier. He is holding a flag in his proper right hand. The print has been laminated to a piece of composite board.
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Sherman at Kenesaw Mountain, October 4, 1864
H. A. Ogden and The War Memorial Association
The full-color print with white borders depicts William Sherman pointing his proper left hand over the edge of a cliff. The other soldiers are pictured. The print has been laminated to a piece of composite board.
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Sherman at Kennesaw Mountain, October 4, 1864
H. A. Ogden and The War Memorial Association
Color bookplate from unidentified volume, copyright 1912 by the War Memorial Assn. Title: ""Sherman at Kennesaw Mountain..."" After a painting by H. A. Ogden. General William Sherman is depicted pointing to the right of the image. A solider is kneeling down next to General William Sherman. The kneeling solider is is a blue uniform and has binoculars. In the background of the image, one solider stands waving a red and white flag while another sits also with binoculars.
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Thomas at Chickamauga, September 20, 1863
H. A. Ogden and The War Memorial Association
Color bookplate from unidentified volume, copyright 1912 by the War Memorial Assn. Title: ""Thomas at Chickamauga..."" After a painting by H. A. Ogden. General George Thomas is depicted on horse back. General George Thomas is shaking hands with another Union solider. There is also depictions of several other Union soldiers, also on horseback which are partially obscured.
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Federal Uniforms During the Civil War 1861-1865 (from the People's Standard History of the United States)
Henry Alexand er Ogden
The chromolithograph features a color image of a group of men dressed in Union uniforms. Five of the men sit on horseback, while two men are shown standing in the foreground. In the background, a line of soldiers is pictured. Above them on a hill, soldiers fire cannons off into the distance. At the top of the image, three coins are shown that depict the following three men: William T. Sherman, Ulysses S. Grant, and Phillip H. Sheridan. At the bottom right corner, a blue shield illustrating various corps badges is also pictured.
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Exit Strategy
Jack Ohman
Reproduction of a cartoon depicting Abraham Lincoln looking at a Civil War-era map of Manassas with a shocked look on his face. Another man stands in the room and asks, "Yeah, yeah, yeah, but what's our exit strategy?"
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...Or, the beard could indicate he is running for president...
Jack Ohman
A reproduction of an Abraham Lincoln-themed cartoon. In cartoon, Al Gore is shown dressed as Abraham Lincoln and sports a GORE political pin. A man and woman stand behind him speculating whether or not he's running for president. The United States Capitol is pictured in the background.
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Why (ahem) yes, he just cam on the market... How many yen are we talking, here?
Pat Oliphant
A cartoon depicting the Lincoln statue at Lincoln Memorial. A line of men dressed identically stand in front of the statue facing two other men dressed in overcoats. The cartoon features an inscription by the cartoonist.
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Statue of Lincoln, at the Entrance to Grandview Park in Sioux City, Iowa.
Olson News Company and Beals
This postcard features the Abraham Lincoln statue at the Entrance to Grandview Park in Sioux City, Iowa.
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The Famous Letter to Mrs. Bixby by Abraham Lincoln
Harry D. Oppenheimer
The print features the full text of Abraham Lincoln's letter to Lydia Parker Bixby. The letter, rumored to have been written by Lincoln's private secretary John Hay, was written in 1864 to offer condolences to Bixby, who claimed to have lost five sons during the American Civil War. This copy has been transcribed and printed in a standard typeface and is accompanied by a small information card. It was originally enclosed within a thin black frame but was removed for preservation.
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The Man Who Was Too Strong to Become a Dictator
Carey Orr
Cartoon by Orr [?]; newspaper clipping affixed to cardboard; "The Man Who Was Too Strong To Become A Dictator." Depicts A. Lincoln ca. 1863. Copyright 1937, Chicago Tribune.
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Vertical Section of Timby's Revolving Tower
J. W. Orr
The engraving features an image of the interior of Theodore Timby's revolving gun turret used on the USS Monitor.
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Abraham Lincoln and Clifton H. Moore
Lloyd Ostendorf
The print features an image of Abraham Lincoln and Clifton H. Moore standing outside of the DeWitt County Courthouse. Moore was Lincoln's law partner in Clinton, Illinois.
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Abraham Lincoln and George M. Harrison Travel by Canoe
Lloyd Ostendorf
In the print, Abraham Lincoln and George M. Harrison are shown in a canoe holding oars in their hands. In the background, John Todd Stuart is shown on horseback.
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Abraham Lincoln Carrying A Christmas Tree with Tad and Willie
Lloyd Ostendorf
Greeting card from Lincoln Memorial University. Its front features a Lloyd Ostendorf illustration of Abraham Lincoln carrying a Christmas tree and ax. Two of his sons are shown walking by his side. The inside includes a Christmas greeting.
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Abraham Lincoln Defends William D. Davis
Lloyd Ostendorf
The print features an image of Abraham Lincoln conferring with his client, William D. Davis, at Clark County Courthouse.
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Abraham Lincoln Offering a Child Watermelon
Lloyd Ostendorf
The print depicts Abraham Lincoln offering a small child a slice of watermelon.
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Abraham Lincoln pulling sled with Willie and Tad
Lloyd Ostendorf
Greeting card from Lincoln Memorial University. Its front features a Lloyd Ostendorf illustration of Abraham Lincoln pulling a sleigh with two of his sons. The inside includes a Christmas greeting. It is accompanied by a blank envelope.
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Abraham Lincoln Sits For Ambrotype
Lloyd Ostendorf
The print features Abraham Lincoln sitting for an ambrotype by Samuel G. Alschuler. Judge J. D. Cunningham is pictured in the background.
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Abraham Lincoln speaks at Winchester, Scott County, Illinois
Lloyd Ostendorf
The print depicts Abraham Lincoln speaking in Winchester, Scott County, Illinois in favor of repealing the Kansas-Nebraska Act.
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A House Divided Against Itself Cannot Stand
Lloyd Ostendorf
The print depicts Abraham Lincoln giving his A House Divided Speech on 16 June 1858 at the then Illinois State Capitol in Springfield, Illinois.
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A House Divided Against Itself Cannot Stand
Lloyd Ostendorf
The print depicts Abraham Lincoln giving his A House Divided Speech on 16 June 1858 at the then Illinois State Capitol in Springfield, Illinois.
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As an Overnight Quest in the Lincoln Home
Lloyd Ostendorf
The image depicts Abraham Lincoln and son, Robert, in front of a lit fireplace decorated for Christmas. The two smile at one another and gesture to the stockings. The image is from the Lincoln Memorial University Collection.
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At Dr. William Fithian's Home
Lloyd Ostendorf
The print features and image of Dr. William Fithian speaking with Abraham Lincoln. Ward Hill Lamon stands in the background.
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Captain Abraham Lincoln
Lloyd Ostendorf
The object is a reproduction of an Ostendorf print. It features an image of Abraham Lincoln as a Black Hawk War ranger and soldier in 1832. In the image, a horse and musket are also pictured.
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Christmas Card entitled "Twas the Night Before Christmas"
Lloyd Ostendorf
Christmas greeting card designed by Lloyd Ostendorf and issued by Lincoln Memorial University, 1996. Depicts A. Lincoln reading to sons Willie and Tad. At bottom: "Twas the Night Before Christmas..." See also #4917 for print with identical illustration.
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Christmas Card with Abraham Lincoln and Mary Todd Lincoln
Lloyd Ostendorf
Notecard designed by Lloyd Ostendorf. Depicts A. Lincoln and Mary Todd Lincoln at christmas.
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Christmas card with a depiction of Abraham Lincoln and Mary Todd Lincoln
Lloyd Ostendorf
Christmas greeting card, designed by Lloyd Ostendorf and issued by Lincoln Memorial University, 1995. Depicts A. Lincoln and Mary Todd Lincoln. At bottom: "Abe and Mary lincoln in their kitchen sampling the icng on the holiday cake - December, 1860..." See also #4915 for print with identical illustration.
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Christmas Card with depiction of Abraham Lincoln with Family
Lloyd Ostendorf
A Christmas card featuring Abraham Lincoln and his family. Abraham Lincoln and his family are depicting standing in a door giving gifts to a young men.
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Christmas Card with depiction of Abraham Lincoln with Family
Lloyd Ostendorf
A Christmas card featuring Abraham Lincoln and his family. Abraham Lincoln and his family are depicting standing in a door giving gifts to a young men.
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Christmas Card with depiction of Abraham Lincoln with Family
Lloyd Ostendorf
A Christmas card featuring Abraham Lincoln and his family. Abraham Lincoln and his family are depicting standing in a door giving gifts to a young men.
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Christmas Card with depiction of Abraham Lincoln with Family
Lloyd Ostendorf
A Christmas card featuring Abraham Lincoln and his family. Abraham Lincoln and his family are depicting standing in a door giving gifts to a young men.
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Christmas Card with depiction of Abraham Lincoln with Family
Lloyd Ostendorf
A Christmas card featuring Abraham Lincoln and his family. Abraham Lincoln and his family are depicting standing in a door giving gifts to a young men.
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Christmas Card with depiction of Abraham Lincoln with Family
Lloyd Ostendorf
A Christmas card featuring Abraham Lincoln and his family. Abraham Lincoln and his family are depicting standing in a door giving gifts to a young men.
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Enroute to Monticello, Piatt County
Lloyd Ostendorf
The print features an image of Abraham Lincoln speaking to Stephen A. Douglas on his way to Monticello, Piatt County to speak 29 July 1858.
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Ford County
Lloyd Ostendorf
The print features an image of Abraham Lincoln reading a newspaper where he discovers news of the establishment of a new county, Ford County.
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From These Honored Dead
Lloyd Ostendorf
A reproduction of a cartoon featuring a bust portrait of Abraham Lincoln. To the right of the portrait are five smaller portraits of men dressed in military uniforms from the American Revolution, Civil War, Spanish-American War, World War I, and World War II. Beneath Lincoln's portrait is a quote that reads: 'Men will pass away , but the principle of democracy will live, forever...' The cartoon was originally published in the Dayton Journal Herald on 12 February 1954.
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Illinois Republican State Nominating Convention
Lloyd Ostendorf
The print features an image of Abraham Lincoln at the Illinois Republican State Nominating Convention at Decatur, Illinois, 9-10 May 1860.
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In the River Bank at Sangamo Town, Northwest of Springfield
Lloyd Ostendorf
The object is an image of Abraham Lincoln participating in the construction of a flatboat. In the background, three men are pictured: John D. Johnston, John Hanks, and John E. Roll.
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John M. Palmer Greets Abraham Lincoln
Lloyd Ostendorf
The print features an image of Abraham Lincoln shaking hands with John M. Palmer. The Carlinville train depot is pictured in the background.
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Lawyer Abraham Lincoln Conferring with Judge David Davis
Lloyd Ostendorf
The print features an image of Abraham Lincoln speaking to Judge David David near the McLean County Courthouse in Bloomington, Illinois.
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Lawyer Lincoln Travels over the Circuit Roads
Lloyd Ostendorf
The print features an image of Abraham Lincoln traveling by carriage. He sits with a paper in his lap as the horse leads the way.
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Lincoln and Others Loading a Flatboat
Lloyd Ostendorf
The object features an image of Abraham Lincoln, John D. Johnston, John Hanks, and others loading pigs onto a flatboat destined for New Orleans.
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Lincoln at home with Willie and Tad on Christmas Day, 1860
Lloyd Ostendorf
Greeting card from Lincoln Memorial University. Its front features a Lloyd Ostendorf illustration of Abraham Lincoln sitting in a rocking chair reading to two of his sons. The inside includes a Christmas greeting and is signed in red ink. The signature is unintelligible. It is accompanied by a blank envelope.
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Lincoln-Douglas Debate, 20 September 1858
Lloyd Ostendorf
The print features a portrait of Abraham Lincoln. Behind him, a scene from the Lincoln-Douglas debate in Sullivan, Moultrie County is shown.
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Lincoln Pauses During a Circuit Court Session
Lloyd Ostendorf
The print features Abraham Lincoln playing a ball game with two male youths. The Shelby County Courthouse is pictured in the background.
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Montgomery County, Illinois Convention
Lloyd Ostendorf
The print depicts Abraham Lincoln in a carriage with Dr. Anson G. Henry and other delegates in a carriage destined for a convention held in Montgomery County, Illinois on 15 July 1844.