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- Creator:
- A.L. Carroll
- Location:
- New York, New York
- Origin Date:
- 1865
- Materials:
- paper, print
- Measurements:
- overall: 15 1/2 in x 10 1/4 in
- Item ID:
- 71.2009.081.0679
- Holding Institution:
- Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection, courtesy of the Indiana State Museum
- Available for Viewing:
- No
- Category:
- Three-dimensional Objects
Description
This woodcut engraving is the front page of the June 3, 1865, issue of Harper's Weekly. A drawing occupies the majority of the page. it features Jefferson Davis playing a game of chess with Uncle Sam. Davis is reportedly playing for his life (according to the column). He is wrapped in a long flowing garment, and wears a cap with a feather in it. He holds his hand to his mouth and appears nervous as he ponders his next move. Uncle Sam is well-dressed and appears cool and collected. A faint drawing of Liberty stands behind the table and between the two men, judging the game and nodding towards Uncle Sam. Part of the Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection, courtesy of the Indiana State Museum
