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Mrs. President Lincoln

Creator:
Kimmel & Foster
Location:
unknown place made
Origin Date:
1861-1862
Materials:
paper
Measurements:
overall: 11 in x 8 in
Item ID:
71.2009.081.1067
Holding Institution:
Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection, courtesy of the Indiana State Museum
Available for Viewing:
No
Category:
Fine Art

Description

This engraving features an illustration of Mary Lincoln, wife of President Abraham Lincoln. She is depicted standing wearing a formal gown with a floral print and a ruffled, off-the-shoulders bodice. A garland of flowers adorns her hair. The caption is printed in the bottom margin. Part of the Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection, courtesy of the Indiana State Museum