(Civil War) An appeal to Union sentiments on the eve of the Civil War by Currier and Ives. Hand-colored lithograph, 1860 (11 1/2 x 8 3/4 in. on a 14 x 10 in. sheet). Entitled “THE SPIRIT OF THE UNION” with two verses below:

“Lo! on high the glorious form, of WASHINGON lights all the gloom. And words of warning seem to come; From out the portal of his tomb; Americans, your fathers shed, Their blood to rear the UNIONS fame,Then let your blood as free be given,The bond of UNION to maintain.”

Light toning at top and bottom margins, minor mounting remnants and toning on verso, else fine condition.

(EXA 3882) $500