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Lot #476
Abraham Lincoln: Alexander Gardner

Gardner’s historic camera

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Gardner’s historic camera

Original vintage glossy 6.5 x 8.5 press photo of the camera used by Alexander Gardner to photograph Lincoln in 1864, bearing news stamps and an affixed caption to the reverse, dated July 28, 1925. The caption notes that the camera belonged to Rice Studio, opened by former Gardner assistant Moses Parker Rice. In fine condition. According to our research, this is the only known image of the camera used to create some of the most recognizable Civil War photographs. RR Auction COA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Rare Manuscript, Document & Autograph
  • Dates: #411 - Ended July 17, 2013