Proof copy of John Sartain’s engraving of E.D. Merchant’s portrait of Abraham Lincoln

Proof copy of John Sartain's engraving of E.D. Merchant's portrait of Abraham Lincoln
(Abraham LINCOLN) A spectacular proof copy of John Sartain’s engraving of E. D. Merchant’s portrait, “ABRAHAM LINCOLN, PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES” accomplished “at the White House in 1863, and now in the Possession of the Union League of Philadelphia.” (Philadelphia: Bradley & Co. Publishers, 1864), 13 x 10 in. on a 19 1/2 x 15 in. sheet. With full facsimile signature in titling below.

Some surface abrasions, else very good with superb contrast and detail.

(EXA 3896) $750