1. Creator/Author:
  2. Stich u. Druck (1)

Abraham Lincoln

Creator:
Stich u. Druck, Weger
Location:
Germany, Leipzig
Origin Date:
1860-1865
Materials:
paper
Measurements:
overall: 11 3/8 in x 8 11/16 in
Item ID:
71.2009.081.2328
Holding Institution:
Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection, courtesy of the Indiana State Museum
Available for Viewing:
No
Category:
Fine Art

Description

This German engraving features a beardless, head and shoulders portrait of President Abraham Lincoln done from a photograph taken of him on February 27, 1860, in New York City several months before he grew his beard. President Lincoln is shown wearing a dark frock coat, waistcoat, and bow tie and is facing the viewer with his body turned slightly toward the viewer'sleft. The title and publisher's information are printed in the lower margin. This print is part of the collection of Abraham Lincoln portraits published in countries outside of the United States. Part of the Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection, courtesy of the Indiana State Museum