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Lot #395
John Wilkes Booth Photograph - "Murderer of Abraham Lincoln"

Estimate: $400+

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Description

Uncommon 2.5 x 3.75 carte-de-visite portrait photo of John Wilkes Booth in a half-length seated pose. This image, the most famous ever taken of Booth, shows the dashing actor clad in formal theater attire, with a walking cane in his right hand. The reverse bears ink notations and a printed caption: “J. Wilkes Booth, Murderer of Abraham Lincoln.” In fine condition, with lightly trimmed edges.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Fine Autograph and Artifacts Featuring Revolutionary War, The War of 1812, and Civil War
  • Dates: June 21, 2024 - July 10, 2024