American lawyer (1841–1882) who, frustrated in his attempt to secure an ambassadorship, assassinated President James Garfield in 1881. Original 1880s albumen cabinet card photograph of Guiteau, 4.25 x 6.5, by C. M. Bell of Washington. Presents nicely with a few creases, edge wear, general soiling and a small pencil note on back. RR Auction COA.
