Uncommon original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite bust portrait of Lee in a suit and bow tie, beautifully signed at the bottom of the image in black ink, “R. E. Lee.” Published by M. B. Brady & Co. National Photographic Portrait Galleries of Washington. In fine condition, with light toning to borders and speckling to image, a slight surface spot at the top of the ‘R’ in his signature, and unobtrusive mounting remnants to reverse. An extremely desirable postwar portrait, taken by one of the most famous photographers of the era. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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