American poet, critic, and essayist (1833-1908). Vintage 4.25 x 6 cabinet photo, signed on the reverse in fountain pen, “Will Messrs. Houghton, Mifflin, & Co. please keep this on hand—as the photo from which any vignette or wood engraving of the undersigned…hereafter be made? E. C. Stedman, New York 1881.” In fine condition, with trimmed bottom edge, and a couple small pencil notations and slight soiling to reverse. RRAuction COA.
