Union general who led a cavalry brigade in the Army of the Potomac during the Maryland Campaign; he was also a seven-term congressman from Illinois closely aligned with the Radical Republicans (1820–1897). Original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet bust portrait of Farnsworth, signed on the reverse in black ink, “With complts. of John F. Farnsworth.” Published by C. Parker of Washington. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.
