Highly regarded American poet (1794–1878) of the much-anthologized ‘Thanatopsis.’ Apart from his literary activities, Bryant was also an ardent abolitionist and a founder of the Republican Party. Original vintage 2.5 x 4 (possibly trimmed) Rockwood carte-de-visite photo (and so labeled on reverse), signed in the lower border in purple ink, “William Cullen Bryant, March 1870.” In fine condition, with some scattered light surface impressions and a bit of trivial toning. Provenance: The Barry Hoffman Collection. RRAuction COA.
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