1861 Wood Engraving Massachusetts Volunteers NYC Union Soldiers Civil War NYN1

This is an original 1861 black and white in-text wood engraving from a sketch of the Massachusetts Volunteers at the Jersey City Ferry en route to Washington, D.C. during the American Civil War.

CONDITION

This 153+ year old Item is rated Very Fine +++. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. There is an original center crease. Please note: There is printing on the verso.

• Product Type: Original In-Text Wood Engraving; Black / White
• Grade: Very Fine +++
• Dimensions: Approximately 14 x 9.75 inches; 36 x 25 cm
• Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
• Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

Period Paper is pleased to offer an unusual and rare collection of Civil War era wood engravings and advertising from the New York Illustrated News. This collection will be of interest to historians of the American Civil War and collectors of original Civil War memorabilia.

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