ABRAHAM LINCOLN 1863 EMANCIPATION PROCLAMATION art
Product Description
The2FunAdGuyz offer a new, high quality reproduction print of the famous lithographic print depicting President Abraham Lincoln signing the Emancipation Proclamation. David Gilmour Blythe (1815 - 1865) painted this fanciful interpretation of the influences that came to bear on Lincoln’s decision to free the slaves in most of the rebel states. Consistent with what was his style when painting historical subjects, Blythe quite literally crammed this image with a multitude of icons to commemorate the event. As a result, this image is an ideal teacher’s aid and utilized by countless history teachers when teaching the subject of slavery and emancipation.
We all know that President Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation on January 1, 1863—he did not write it on that date. However, Blaine imagined President Lincoln seated in a cluttered office. He appears disheveled (perhaps working through the night) wearing one slipper on and another kicked aside. His right hand holds a quill and rests on the Emancipation Proclamation. His left hand rests on a Bible atop a copy of the United States Constitution. The window is light (suggesting morning) and has a U. S. flag as a curtain. Beside him on the left is a globe with a copy of “Webster on the Constitution” leaned against it. On the floor in front of him is a rail-splitters’ maul resting on a map of the rebel states. A statue of President Andrew Jackson rests on the mantle and tacked below it is small sign reading, “The Union must and shall be preserved”. Over the corner of the bookcase, a statue of President Buchanan hangs in effigy. Next to Buchanan is a Masonic symbol and on the right of it is the symbol of the International Order of Odd Fellows. A sword, with a ribbon (reading Washington) hangs atop a map of Europe. Tacked on the panel behind the President is the Presidential Oath with a key above and the Scales of Justice besides. Almost every paper scattered about has some notation or headline, almost all of them connected to the issue—some difficult to discern.
Inevitably, every person with an interest in history will have fun, looking for more symbols and headlines with a magnifying glass.
Lithographs such as these were issued for some forty years after the war and remain a lasting look as to how citizens viewed the Civil War. This particular painting was done just a few months before Blythe’s tragic death and before Lincoln’s assassination.
Caption: “President Lincoln, Writing The Proclamation Of Freedom, January 1, 1963. Painted by David G. Blythe. (All text was on the original but has been reset.)
Artist: David Gilmour Blythe (May 9, 1815 - May 15, 1865) was a Pittsburg, Pennsylvania artist best known for art that satirized political and social situations.
Note: The2FunAdGuyz restored this poster to near its original state. We have corrected most cracks stains and other age-related problems. Many vintage posters and prints sold elsewhere are not restored and, as a result, may disappoint buyers. When you display this print in your home or give it as a gift, we want you to be proud. The caption, as it appeared on the original, was reset in period typeface.
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PAPER QUALITY: This new print is on a highest quality, acid-free, 100-pound glossy premium text paper that allows for maximum color brilliance and fidelity for older images.
AVAILABILITY: In Stock! – Ships Within 1 Business Day of cleared payment.
Image Size: 13.5 inches wide by 10.5 inches high.
Paper Size: 17 inches wide by 11 inches high. This allows for a small border around the image for matting and framing. When matted, this format is perfect for a standard 16-inch x 20-inch frame, a manageable size for a wide variety of decorating purposes.
PLEASE NOTE, The watermark (The2FunAdGuyz) across the thumbnail does NOT appear on the item you will receive.
©All copy and digitally enhanced images and prints copyright 2003-2011 by the2funadguyz. All Rights Reserved.
We all know that President Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation on January 1, 1863—he did not write it on that date. However, Blaine imagined President Lincoln seated in a cluttered office. He appears disheveled (perhaps working through the night) wearing one slipper on and another kicked aside. His right hand holds a quill and rests on the Emancipation Proclamation. His left hand rests on a Bible atop a copy of the United States Constitution. The window is light (suggesting morning) and has a U. S. flag as a curtain. Beside him on the left is a globe with a copy of “Webster on the Constitution” leaned against it. On the floor in front of him is a rail-splitters’ maul resting on a map of the rebel states. A statue of President Andrew Jackson rests on the mantle and tacked below it is small sign reading, “The Union must and shall be preserved”. Over the corner of the bookcase, a statue of President Buchanan hangs in effigy. Next to Buchanan is a Masonic symbol and on the right of it is the symbol of the International Order of Odd Fellows. A sword, with a ribbon (reading Washington) hangs atop a map of Europe. Tacked on the panel behind the President is the Presidential Oath with a key above and the Scales of Justice besides. Almost every paper scattered about has some notation or headline, almost all of them connected to the issue—some difficult to discern.
Inevitably, every person with an interest in history will have fun, looking for more symbols and headlines with a magnifying glass.
Lithographs such as these were issued for some forty years after the war and remain a lasting look as to how citizens viewed the Civil War. This particular painting was done just a few months before Blythe’s tragic death and before Lincoln’s assassination.
Caption: “President Lincoln, Writing The Proclamation Of Freedom, January 1, 1963. Painted by David G. Blythe. (All text was on the original but has been reset.)
Artist: David Gilmour Blythe (May 9, 1815 - May 15, 1865) was a Pittsburg, Pennsylvania artist best known for art that satirized political and social situations.
Note: The2FunAdGuyz restored this poster to near its original state. We have corrected most cracks stains and other age-related problems. Many vintage posters and prints sold elsewhere are not restored and, as a result, may disappoint buyers. When you display this print in your home or give it as a gift, we want you to be proud. The caption, as it appeared on the original, was reset in period typeface.
We have many more Civil War posters, prints, photos and ads. To view them Click Here.
PAPER QUALITY: This new print is on a highest quality, acid-free, 100-pound glossy premium text paper that allows for maximum color brilliance and fidelity for older images.
Image Size: 13.5 inches wide by 10.5 inches high.
Paper Size: 17 inches wide by 11 inches high. This allows for a small border around the image for matting and framing. When matted, this format is perfect for a standard 16-inch x 20-inch frame, a manageable size for a wide variety of decorating purposes.
PLEASE NOTE, The watermark (The2FunAdGuyz) across the thumbnail does NOT appear on the item you will receive.
©All copy and digitally enhanced images and prints copyright 2003-2011 by the2funadguyz. All Rights Reserved.
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