American poet and lecturer (1852–1940) whose poem of social protest, ‘The Man with the Hoe,’ brought him worldwide acclaim. Original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo by Gessford of New York, signed at the bottom of the image in black ink, “Edwin Markham 1924.” Light to moderate contrast to signature and a couple pencil notations to bottom border, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.
