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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Edward Everett, 1794-1865, as he appeared in delivering his oration on Washington
John Sertain
Engraving by John Sertain (American, born English, 1808-1897)
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Commemorative Plaque given to Chief Justice Frank J. Williams for Speaking at the Sawyer School on Constitution Day in 2005
Shane Awards Inc.
The plaque is black with gold colored lettering. The plaque has a smooth finish. There is a gold colored border. At the top center, there is a depiction of a quill, book and a jar of ink. created by the Shane Awards Inc. (American,1992-present)
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Lincoln Family Tree
Sharp Offset Printing Inc.
This postcard features a Lincoln family tree. There are small oval shaped portraits of members of Abraham Lincoln’s family.
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Home of Abraham Lincoln at Springfield, Illinois
M. T. Sheahan
This postcard features images of Abraham and Mary Todd Lincoln and their home in Springfield with flags and banners beneath. The back is addressed with a note to Frank L. Thorne of Pittsfield, NY and bears a one-cent stamp featuring Ben Franklin.
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I Am Not Bound To Win Abraham Lincoln Print
M. T. Sheahan
The print features a black and white bust portrait of Abraham Lincoln that is similar to Anthony Berger's 1864 portrait photograph (Ostendorf-92). To the portrait's right, a quotation attributed to Lincoln appears. The print was originally enclosed in a rectangular frame held together by taped edges. However, the tape has disintegrated, leaving the framed work in pieces. Thus, the print was removed for preservation, but the frame was retained for its documentary significance.
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Home of Abraham Lincoln at Springfield, Illinois
M. T. Sheaman
This postcard features the Home of Abraham Lincoln in Springfield, Illinois.
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Glass Negative of Abraham Lincoln, 1846
N. H. Shepherd
The photographic plate (possibly a reproduction) features a portrait image of Abraham Lincoln, taken by N. H. Shepherd in 1846. It is the earliest known image of the then congressman-elect. Handling note: Object is fragile. Please handle with gloves and extreme care.
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Seated Portrait of Thomas Wentworth Higginson
W. H. Sherman
Seated portrait of Thomas Wentworth Higginson, an American abolitionist and member of the Secret Six.
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Ronald Reagan
Aaron Shikler and Smithsonian Institution
from the postcard: “Ronald Reagan, 1911-, Fortieth President of the United States, 1981-1988 Aaron Shikler, 1922- Oil on paper, 1980 TIME Cover, January 5, 1981 Gift of TIME Inc. NPG.84.TC140”
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Ronald Reagan
Aaron Shikler and Smithsonian Institution
from the postcard: “Ronald Reagan, 1911-, Fortieth President of the United States, 1981-1988 Aaron Shikler, 1922- Oil on paper, 1980 TIME Cover, January 5, 1981 Gift of TIME Inc. NPG.84.TC140”
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Avandale Public School and Lincoln Monument in Cincinnati, Ohio
S.H. Knox & Company
This postcard features the Avondale Public School and Lincoln Monument in Cincinnati, Ohio.
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Abraham Lincoln and Ann Rutledge in their Courting Days
H. N. Shonkwiler
Abraham Lincoln and Ann Rutledge in their Courting Days. Condition note: This postcard is inside a plastic sleeve.
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Abraham Lincoln and Ann Rutledge in their Courting Days
H. N. Shonkwiler
Abraham Lincoln and Ann Rutledge in their Courting Days. Condition note: This postcard is inside a plastic sleeve.
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Abraham Lincoln: From Photograph on Exhibition at Lincoln Tomb, Oak Ridge Cemetry, Springfield, Illinois
H. N. Shonkwiler
This postcard features a portrait of Abraham Lincoln.
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Exterior and Interior of Lincoln Monument, Oak Ridge Cemetery in Springfield, Illinois
H. N. Shonkwiler
This postcard features an interior and exterior view of the Abraham Lincoln monument at Oak Ridge cemetery in Springfield, Illinois.
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Historic Sangamon County Court House in Springfield, Illinois
H. N. Shonkwiler
This postcard features the Historic Sangamon County Court House in Springfield, Illinois.
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Lincoln Statue at the Capital Grounds in Springfield, Illinois
H. N. Shonkwiler and Cirt Teich & Company
This postcard features the Abraham Lincoln Statue at the State Capitol grounds in Springfield, Illinois.
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Abraham Lincoln’s Home in Springfield, Illinois
H. N. Shonkwiler and C.T. American Art
This postcard features Abraham Lincoln and his home in Springfield, Illinois.
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Statue of Abraham Lincoln in Springfield, Illinois
H. N. Shonkwiler and C.T. American Art
This postcard features the Abraham Lincoln statue in Springfield, Illinois.
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The Grave of Ann Rutledge at Petersburg, Illinois with Poem by Lee Masters
H. N. Shonkwiler and C.T. American Art Colored
This postcard features Ann Rutledge’s tombstone in Petersburg, Illinois.
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Abraham Lincoln’s Home in Springfield, Illinois
H. N. Shonkwiler and C.T. Art-Colortone
This postcard features Abraham Lincoln and his home in Springfield, Illinois.
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Greetings from Springfield, Illinois
H. N. Shonkwiler and Curteich
This postcard features assorted sites and monuments in Springfield, Illinois.
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Interior Views of Berry-Lincoln Store
H. N. Shonkwiler and Curteich
This postcard feautes a replica of the Berry-Lincoln Store located at New Salem State Park in Illnois.
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Lincoln Tomb in Springfield, Illinois
H. N. Shonkwiler and Curteich
This postcard features an Abraham Lincoln monument in Springfield, Illinois.
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Lincoln Tomb in Springfield, Illinois
H. N. Shonkwiler and Curteich
This postcard features Abraham Lincoln’s tomb in Springfield, Illinois.
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View Inside Museum at New Salem State Park
H. N. Shonkwiler and Curteich
This postcard features an interior view of the museum located at New Salem State Park in Illinois.
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Abraham Lincoln Tomb
H. N. Shonkwiler, Curteich, and Brock
This postcard features Abraham Lincoln’s tomb in Springfield, Illinois.
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Abraham Lincoln Home in Springfield, Illinois
H. N. Shonkwiler and E.C. Kropp Company
This postcard features Abraham Lincoln and his home in Springfield, Illinois.
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Abraham Lincoln Statue on the State Capital Grounds in Springfield, Illinois
H. N. Shonkwiler and E.C. Kropp Company
This postcard features the Abraham Lincoln statue on the State Capitol grounds in Springfield, Illinois.
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State Capitol and Abraham Lincoln Statue, Springfield, Illinois
Mina F. Shonkwiler
This postcard features the Illinois State Capitol and Abraham Lincoln statue in Springfield, Illinois.
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Wyoming
Shoshone Distribution Company
This post card features the Abraham Lincoln Monument and Tree in Rock off interstate 80 in Wyoming.
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Model 1861 3-Inch Ordnance Rifle 1:6 Scale Model
Sideshow Collectibles
The model is a 1:6 scale replica of a 3-Inch Ordnance Rifle mounted on a gun carriage. Actual US Ordnance Department blueprints were used to reproduce this model. All gun implements, rifle barrel, and wheels are movable. The model is also accompanied by its original box.
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The White House-Blue Room
Silberne Souvenir Company and H.S. Crocker Company Inc.
This postcard features an interior view of the Blue Room at White House in Washington, D.C.
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View of the Capital Rotunda featuring Lincoln Statues
Silberne Souvenir Sales Inc. and H.S. Crocker Company Inc.
This postcard includes a view of the United States’ Capitol Rotunda featuring several Abraham Lincoln statues and other artwork.
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Capital Rotunda featuring Lincoln Statues and “the Surrender of Cornwallis”
Silberne Souvenir Sales Inc. and H.S. Crooker Company Inc.
This post card features the a color photograph of the inside of the Capitol Rotunda including the Lincoln Statues and the famed painting of “Surrender of Cornwallis.”
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Standing Portrait of Charles Sumner
Silsbee, Case and Co.
The carte de visite features a standing portrait of Charles Sumner, United States Senator from Massachusetts and member of the Radicals, a branch of the Republican party during the United States Civil War.
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Photomosaics: "Lincoln"
Robert Silvers
Jigsaw puzzle entitled "œLincoln." One of "œPhotomosaics" series by Robert Silvers. Incorporates thousands of miniature19th century photographs to form a computer-generated bust portrait of Abraham Lincoln. Finished size of assembled puzzle is 28 1/2" X 20 1/4". Issued ca. 1998 by Buffalo Games. In sealed, decorative box. [See also #4841; poster depicting identical image - fc 1/18/98]. artwork by Robert Silvers (American, 1968-present?), produced by Buffalo Games Inc (American, 1986-present) with the copyright held by Runaway Technology Inc. (American, 1996-present)
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Lincoln Monument
F. Simmons Simmons
This postcard features a Abraham Lincoln monument in Springfield, Illinois.
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Battle Between Virginia & Monitor
Thomas C. Skinner and The Mariner's Museum
Color print, issued ca. 2004 by the Mariners' Museum, Virginia. Reproduction of painting depicting battle between the VIRGINIA and the MONITOR.
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A Lawyer's Time and Advise Are His Stock in Trade
Wayne Slezak and ABA Journal
The color print depicts an Abraham Lincoln look-alike seated at table with a computer. Lincoln is seated in a white chair and gazes at the computer. A black top hat and coat hang in the background.
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Ulysses S. Grant
F. C. Smillie and Bureau of Engraving and Printing
The engraving features a head and shoulders portrait of Ulysses S. Grant, who wears a dark suit and tie. The portrait has a vignette border.
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President & First Lady
Frank M. Smith and A.S.A.P.
This post card features a statue entitled “President & First Lady” in Racine, Wisconsin.
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Lincoln and Hamilton 1861
Frederick B. Smith
The obverse of the medal features an embossed jugate image of Abraham Lincoln and Hannibal Hamlin inside a wreath. The medallion was sold by Chuck Hand, Paris, Illinois. Original number: Lot 1, K-26.
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Engraved Portrait of Abraham Lincoln
H. W. Smith
Engraved portrait of Abraham Lincoln by H. W. Smith, pub. by S. Walker, Boston. Possibly after Brady photo. Ref: O-83. engraving by H.W. Smith and published by S. Walker (American)
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Image of Ulysses S. Grant in Uniform [framed]
H. W. Smith
The object is a black and white engraving of Ulysses S. Grant in his military uniform. The engraving is enclosed inside of a gold decorative frame.
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A. Lincoln: Late President of the United States
H. W. Smith and Miller and Mathews
The engraving features a black and white portrait image of Abraham Lincoln from the chest up. He is dressed in a suit and tie.
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The Crazy Corner at Connemara at the Carl Sandburg National Historic Site in Flat Rock, North Carolina
Phil Smith, Consolidated/ Drake Press, and Eastern National Park & Monument Association
This postcard features an interior view of the Carl Sandburg home national Historic Site in Flat Rock, North Carolina.
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Frederick Douglass, Abolitionist 1818-1895
Smithsonian Institution
This postcard features a portrait of Frederick Douglass, circa 1850.
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Frederick Douglass, Abolitionist 1818-1895
Smithsonian Institution
This postcard features a portrait of Frederick Douglass, circa 1850.
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Frederick Douglass, Abolitionist 1818-1895
Smithsonian Institution
This postcard features a portrait of Frederick Douglass, circa 1850.
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City of Washington from beyond the Navy Yard
Smithsonian Institution and William James Bennett
Postcard depicting William James Bennett's artwork City of Washington From beyond the Navy Yard. Its verso features an image of the National Collection of Fine Arts and background information on the work.
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Men of Progress
Smithsonian Institution and Christian Schussele
Postcard depicting Christian Schussele's Men of Progress.
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Bust Portrait of Abraham Lincoln
William R. Smith
The object is a black and white lithograph featuring a bust portrait of Abraham Lincoln with beard.
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Enduring Lincoln
D. Lee Snarr
Xerox of photo of Enduring Lincoln sculpture. Sent to Frank J. Williams from D. Lee Snarr, Jan. 18, 1993.
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Lincoln the Friendly Neighbor
D. Lee Snarr
Xerox of photo of Lincoln the Friendly Neighbor sculpture. Sent to Frank J. Williams from D. Lee Snarr, Jan. 18, 1993.
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Photograph of Lincoln the Friendly Neighbor and Enduring Lincoln Sculptures
D. Lee Snarr
The color Polaroid features an image of two Abraham Lincoln statues: Lincoln the Friendly Neighbor and Enduring Lincoln. The image was sent to Frank J. Williams by D. Lee Snarr on 18 January 1993.
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Lincoln, the Friendly Neighbor
D. Lee Snarr and Avard T. Fairbanks
The sculpture depicts a full-length Abraham Lincoln dressed in a suit. He stands with two children - male and female - and a dog. This particular sculpture is number one in a limited release of thirty.
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Lincoln the Debator
Steve Snyder and Rich Sokup
This post card features a statue entitled “Lincoln the Debator” by French Sculptor Leonard Crunelle.
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Lincoln the Debator
Steve Snyder and Rich Sokup
This post card features a statue entitled “Lincoln the Debator” by French Sculptor Leonard Crunelle.
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Harry Hahn of Mount Pulaski, Illinois as Abraham Lincoln
Steve Hahn Son
This postcard features Harry Hahn of Mount Pulaski, Illinois. Harry Hahn was an internationally known Lincoln look alike.
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Harry Hahn of Mount Pulaski, Illinois as Abraham Lincoln
Steve Hahn Son
This postcard features Harry Hahn of Mount Pulaski, Illinois. Harry Hahn was an internationally known Lincoln look alike.
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Harry Hahn of Mount Pulaski, Illinois as Abraham Lincoln
Steve Hahn Son
This postcard features Harry Hahn of Mount Pulaski, Illinois. Harry Hahn was an internationally known Lincoln look alike.
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Harry Hahn of Mount Pulaski, Illinois as Abraham Lincoln
Steve Hahn Son
This postcard features Harry Hahn of Mount Pulaski, Illinois. Harry Hahn was an internationally known Lincoln look alike.
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The New Yorker Cover
Edward Sorel
Proof copy of cover of New Yorker magazine, Feb. 12, 1996. The cover illustration depicts U.S. Presidents, including Abraham Lincoln, playing poker. It is signed by Sorel in ink at the lower left corner.
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Lincoln Monument at Fairmont Park in Philadelphia, Pennsylvannia
Souvenir Post Card Company
This postcard features the Abraham Lincoln Monument at Fairmount Park at Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
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Solider’s and Sailor’s Monument in Rochester
Souvenir Post Card Company
This postcard features the Solider’s and Sailor’s Monument in Rochester, New York.
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Bearded Image of Abraham Lincoln
J. C. Spooner and Christopher Smith German
Photograph of engraving or lithograph of bust portrait of Abraham Lincoln. The image is a variant of a photograph taken by Christopher Smith German, which is believed to be a part of the first series of photograph taken of Abraham Lincoln with a beard. [Ref: O-42.]
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Photograph of a Lithograph Bust Portrait of Abraham Lincoln
J. G. Spooner
The object is a photographic reproduction of a lithograph featuring a bust portrait of Abraham Lincoln attributed to J. G. Spooner. [Ref: Mellon 81, 195.] The image is mounted to a paper board and is trimmed at the edges.
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Postcard Featuring a Montage of Scenes from Springfield, Illinois
Springfield Business College
This postcard features a montage of scenes from Springfield, Illinois.
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Statue of Abraham Lincoln Against A Background of his Famous Gettysburg Address
Springfield News Agency, Inc. and Colorpicture Publishers, Inc.
This postcard features the Abraham Lincoln statue in Lincoln, Nebraska.
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Old State Capitol in Springfield, Illinois
Springfield News Agency Inc. and ColourPicture
This postcard features an interior view of the Senate Chamber within the Old State Capitol in Springfield, Illinois.
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Abraham Lincoln Statue in Springfield, Illinois
Springfield News Agency, Inc. and Colourpicture Publisher, Inc.
This postcard features the Abraham Lincoln statue in Springfield, Illinois.
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Interior View of Abraham Lincoln’s Tomb
Springfield News Agency, Inc.; Colourpicture Publisher, Inc.; and Herbert Georg
This postcard features an interior view of the Abraham Lincoln’s tomb in Springfield, Illinois.
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The Saw and Grist Mill at New Salem State Park
Springfield News Agency, Inc.; Colourpicture Publisher, Inc.; and Herbert Georg
This postcard features a saw & grist mill located at New Salem State Park in Illinois.
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Treadmill and Gears Hill’s Carding Mill and Wool House at New Salem State Park
Springfield News Agency, Inc. and Dexter Press Inc.
This postcard features treadmill & gears located at New Salem State Park in Illinois.
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Lincoln’s Tomb in Oak Ridge Cemetery in Springfield, Illinois
Springfield News Agency and Plastichrome
This postcard features an Abraham Lincoln monument in Springfield, Illinois.
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Show Me the Money
Jeff Stahler
A copy of a cartoon depicting portraits of Thomas Jefferson, Abraham Lincoln, Franklin D. Roosevelt, and Bill Clinton. Under each president is a popular quote. Bill Clinton's quote satirizes his administration's fund raising efforts.
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On Brooklyn Bridge, New York, U.S.A.
Stand ard Series
The stereograph features a black and white image of pedestrian walking across a bridge. The photograph is mounted on a cream card with rounded corners.
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Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Portraits Playing Card deck featuring Abraham Lincoln
Standcraft Products
Box (2671 C) containing ""Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Portrait Playing Cards."" One deck illustrated with portrait of A. Lincoln (2671 A), the other with George Washington (2671 B). There are 54 cards total. On the back of each card is a portrait of President George Washington. printed by Standcraft Products a subsidiary of Brown & Bigelow (American, 1920s-1980s) copyright held by Eisenhower College (American, 1965-1982)
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Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Portraits Playing Card deck featuring George Washington
Standcraft Products
Box (2671 C) containing ""Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Portrait Playing Cards."" One deck illustrated with portrait of A. Lincoln (2671 A), the other with George Washington (2671 B). There are 54 cards total. On the back of each card is a portait of President George Washington. printed by Standcraft Products a subsidiary of Brown & Bigelow (American, 1920s-1980s) copyright held by Eisenhower College (American, 1965-1982)
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Abraham Lincoln-The Hoosier Youth
Stein Advertising and Paul Manship
This postcard features the Abraham Lincoln statue at the plaza of the Lincoln National Life Insurance in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
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Don Quixote and Sancho Planza as Uncle Sam and Santa Claus
Saul Steinberg
Folded blank greeting card. Features a sketch of Uncle Sam on horseback. Santa Claus is pictured following behind riding a donkey. A bald eagle is also pictured at the top of the image. Behind Santa is an image of the Eye of Providence. Copyrighted to Saul Steinberg 1959. It is accompanied by a blank envelope.
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Envelope for Don Quixote and Sancho Planza as Uncle Sam and Santa Claus
Saul Steinberg
Blank envelope for a folded blank greeting card featuring a sketch of Uncle Sam on horseback and Santa Claus on a donkey.
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Interior View of James Buchanan’s Restored Home
Stel-Mar and Marshall Dussinger
This postcard features an interview of the bathroom at Wheatland in Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
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"Norfolk is Ours!"
Henry Louis Stephens
Wood engraving originally appearing in the Victorian-era magazine Vanity Fair. The cartoon depicts Secretary of War Edwin M. Stanton jumping onto General Henry Halleck. President Abraham Lincoln holds the hand of Halleck. The cartoon is a reaction to the Union capture of Norfolk, Virginia on 11 May 1862.
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"Old Abe-Ain't There a Nice Crop?"
Henry Louis Stephens
Wood engraving originally appearing in the Victorian-era magazine Vanity Fair. The cartoon depicts Abraham Lincoln holding a watering can labeled "Spirit of 76." He stands beside Columbia, who gestures toward a new crop of soldiers. Also pictured in the crop is a gallows. Lincoln indicates that it will bloom soon and bear the "Jefferson Davisiana."
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A. E. Burnside
STE Prints Ltd.
A reproduction of 19th century engraved bust portrait of Ambrose Everett Burnside, a Union Army general in the American Civil War.
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A. Lincoln
STE Prints Ltd.
A reproduction of 19th century engraved bust portrait of Abraham Lincoln, President of the United States during the American Civil War.
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A. P. Hill
STE Prints Ltd.
A reproduction of 19th century engraved bust portrait of Confederate military officer Ambrose Powell Hill, Jr.
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Brig.-Gen. Irvin McDowell
STE Prints Ltd.
A reproduction of 19th century engraved bust portrait of Irvin McDowell, a brigadier general in the Union army during the American Civil War.
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Geo. B. McClellan
STE Prints Ltd.
A reproduction of 19th century engraved bust portrait of George McClellan, a Union general during the American Civil War.
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G. T. Beauregard
STE Prints Ltd.
A reproduction of 19th century engraved bust portrait of Confederate military officer Pierre Gustave Toutant-Beauregard.
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J. A. Early
STE Prints Ltd.
A reproduction of 19th century engraved bust portrait of Confederate military officer Jubal Anderson Early.
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James Longstreet
STE Prints Ltd.
A reproduction of 19th century engraved bust portrait of Confederate Army General James Longstreet.
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J. E. B. Stuart
STE Prints Ltd.
A reproduction of 19th century engraved bust portrait of James Ewell Brown ""Jeb"" Stuart, a general for the Confederate States during the American Civil War.
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Jefferson Davis
STE Prints Ltd.
A reproduction of 19th century engraved bust portrait of Jefferson Davis, President of the Confederate States of America.
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J. E. Johnston
STE Prints Ltd.
A reproduction of 19th century engraved bust portrait of Confederate military officer J. E. Johnston.
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John E. Wool
STE Prints Ltd.
A reproduction of 19th century engraved bust portrait of John Ellis Wool, one of the oldest generals to serve in the American Civil War.
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Maj. Gen. Joseph Hooker
STE Prints Ltd.
A reproduction of 19th century engraved bust portrait of Joseph Hooker, a Union general during the American Civil War.
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N. B. Forrest
STE Prints Ltd.
A reproduction of 19th century engraved bust portrait of Confederate Army General Nathan Bedford Forrest.