Stage actress and manager (1826–1873) whose company was playing Our American Cousin at Ford’s Theatre on the night of Lincoln’s assassination. After he was shot, she entered his box and tried to comfort him, cradling his head in her lap. Original 2.25 x 3.75 carte-de-visite portrait of of Keene looking over her shoulder. Published by Charles D. Fredricks & Co. of New York. In fine condition, with trimmed edges. RR Auction COA.
