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Lot #151
Abraham Lincoln

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Description

Two remarkable matte-finish 10.5 x 13.5 bust-length portraits of Lincoln affixed to their original Herbert Georg Studio mounts. Originally taken in 1860 by photographer Alexander Hesler of Springfield, Illinois, both photos were printed from glass negatives discovered in 1952, and comprise two of four known photographs of Lincoln taken by Hesler in 1860. The photos originate from the collection of King Hostick. Housed in their original folder. In overall fine condition.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Fine Autographs and Artifacts
  • Dates: #504 - Ended July 12, 2017