Illustrated Issues
Illustrated Issues
Indian print...
Item #566544
January 13, 1866
HARPER'S WEEKLY, from New York, dated January 13, 1866 (print only)
This is a single-page print entitled "Mounted Messengers Attacked by Indians on the Plains" by S. B. Enderton.
This measures approximately 15.5 x 10.75 inches, and does contain a lite printing crease in the upper left area of the sky-line, otherwise is in nice condition and is very displayable.... See More
Cripple Creek... W.A. Rogers print...
Item #681737
January 06, 1894
HARPER'S WEEKLY, New York, January 6, 1894 (print only) This is a single page illustration entitled "In The Lobby of the Palace Hotel, Cripple Creek" by W.A. Rogers. This measures approximately 16 x 10.5 inches and is in very nice condition. Very suitable for framing.
Huge eagle engraving in the masthead...
Item #707529
GLEASON'S LITERARY COMPANION, Boston, Sept. 26, 1863 This was one of several titles published by the successful Frederick Gleason, known as the "father of illustrated journalism" with this very successful "Gleason's Pictorial Drawing-Room Companion" in 1851, modelled after the "Illustrated London News" & later copied by both Harper and Leslie.
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Great CW-themed illustrations...
A single issue Harper's Weekly from 1862 - during the Civil War...
Item #588626
January 01, 1862
HARPER'S WEEKLY, New York, January, 1862 - December, 1862
* the most recognized illustrated newspaper of the Civil War
* several illustrated prints (suitable for framing)
* discounted by 50% (or more)
You will receive an original issue from this famous illustrated newspaper, dated somewhere from January, 1862 through December, 1862, offered at a substantial discount (a minimum of 50% o... See More
Submarine Warfare... Patriotic poem by Minna Irving...
Item #717009
February 22, 1917
LESLIE'S ILLUSTRATED, New York, Feb. 22, 1917
* Front color cover… ON GUARD
* "OUR COUNTRY" - poem by Minna Irving
* Multiple ads for products of the era
The front page is a color illustration of: "ON GUARD - Naval Militiaman Protecting Brooklyn Bridge, Destruction of Which Would Block the Navy Yard". Several ar
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Item #152992
January 01, 1894
THE ILLUSTRATED AMERICAN, New York & Chicago, 1894. Many illustrations and photos within, formatted very much like "Harper's Weekly" but it had a relatively short life and is uncommon as such. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have these specific photos or be of this specific date but will be in the format as shown. 16 pages, nice condition.... See More
Land rush in Oklahoma...
Item #161078
September 04, 1901
CHRISTIAN HERALD, New York, Sept. 4, 1901 Five front page illustrations show: Scenes In The Great Free Land Rush In Oklahoma". Format is similar to Harper's Weekly although some of the reports have a religious theme. Good condition.
Item #220895
February 23, 1867
HARPER'S WEEKLY dated February 23, 1867 (print only)
This is a single-page framed print. The print contains a single page illustration "Scene in a New York Faro Bank - The Critical Moment: Making 'The Turn' ".
The print size is approximately 9.75 x 14.75 inches and the overall matted size approximately is 14.75 x 19.75 inches. The matting color is a medium shade of gree... See More
Winslow Homer...
Item #221952
January 05, 1861
Harper's Weekly dated January 5, 1861. (print only)
This is a double-page print. The print contains the engraving "Seeing The Old Year out - Watch Night "by Winslow Homer.
The print size is approximately 15.75 x 22 inches.... See More
Birmingham, Alabama - A Pig-Iron Furnace...
Item #222402
March 26, 1887
This double-page centerfold, which forms the supplement to the March 26, 1887 issue of Harper's Weekly, was drawn by Charles Graham and is titled: "The Great Industry of Birmingham, Alabama - A Pig-Iron Furnace." Although only the supplement is present, there are a total of three additional illustrations on the front/back of each page.
Black in Mississippi illustration...
Item #567955
November 09, 1867
HARPER'S WEEKLY, November 9, 1867 (print only) This is a single leaf full page print taken from this issue entitled "Scene on a Mississippi River Steamer - 'The Parting Song'" by A. R. Waud. This is a genuine leaf from the issue--not a reprint measuring approximately 10.25 x 15.5 inches and is in good condition.
Item #636876
(5) HARPER'S WEEKLY -- the first year: 1857 A lot of 5 issues but all in '2nd rate' condition. Very few illustrations from this initial year.
This item is not eligible for free shipping.
Farm Illustrations...
Item #222404
September 18, 1886
This single-sheet from the Supplement to the Illustrated London News, dated September 18, 1886, consists of two illustrations depicting a farm scene. One reads: "A Startling Effect in Oak Frame." and the other: "Familiarity Breeds Contempt." Printed in full color, the artist of both is unknown.
A very displayable front page...
Item #153055
GLEASON'S WEEKLY LINE-OF-BATTLE SHIP, Boston, 1859 See the photo for one of the more ornate front pages of any newspaper of this period, with a large ship in the masthead and patriotic embellishments around the edges. These embellishments are around the margins of all eight pages. Various illustrations on the ftpg. and the inside pages.Do note that the photo is "generic" and... See More
Item #220921
March 05, 1870
HARPER'S WEEKLY dated March 5, 1870 (print only)
This is a single-page framed print. This is a full page engraving of "The Late Joseph Wesley Harper" .
The print size is approximately 10 x 14.75 inches and the overall matted size approximately is 16 x 20 inches. The matting color is a medium shade of linen/beige color.... See More
Item #220919
July 14, 1877
HARPER'S WEEKLY dated July 14, 1877 (print only)
This is a single-page framed print. This is a full page engraving of "The 'Fourth' in Blackville - 'Hold on to Sumfen, She's Goin' off Dis Time'." .
The print size is approximately 9.75 x 14.75 inches and the overall matted size approximately is 14.75 x 19.75 inches. The matting color is a medium shade of ... See More
Item #220920
May 24, 1879
HARPER'S WEEKLY dated May 24, 1879 (print only)
This is a single-page framed print. This is a full page engraving of "Fox-Hunting in Blackville - Mrs. Johnson is Entitled to the Brush" .
The print size is approximately 9.75 x 14.75 inches and the overall matted size approximately is 14.75 x 19.75 inches. The matting color is a medium shade of green/grey color.... See More
Lake scene.. A.B. Frost print...
Item #572833
November 22, 1884
HARPER'S WEEKLY, New York, November 22, 1884 (print only) This is a single page illustration entitled "Watering Deer -- Watching the Lake" by A.B. Frost. This measures approximately 16 x 10.75 inches and is in very nice condition. Very suitable for framing.
Item #539031
August 11, 1888
Supplement to The Illustrated London News, London, dated August 11, 1888 (print only)
This is a color print only entitled "Pangbourne"
The size of the print is approximately 23.25 x 15.5 inches.
Bass fishing on the South Coast...
Item #153604
July 04, 1885
"BASS-FISHING ON THE SOUTH COAST", being a very nice print showing such, headed at the very top: "Supplement To The Illustrated London News, July 4, 1885". This print, with the border, measures about 16 by 22 inches.
Item #209025
September 09, 1915
LESLIE'S ILLUSTRATED WEEKLY NEWSPAPER, New York, September 9, 1915. A great issue for framing and displaying! 1916 Maxwell The "Wonder Car" ad on the back page. This issue has stray ink marks on the cover.
Illustrated London News prints... California...
Item #572456
January 01, 1880
Prints from Illustrated London News... a lot of 3 prints from Illustration London News issues. These are prints of views from Upper and Lower California. You simply cannot go wrong. All are suitable for framing and are in good condition.
Item #220913
January 11, 1868
HARPER'S WEEKLY dated January 11, 1868 (print only)
This is a single-page framed print. The print contains an engraving of "The Barn-Yard" .
The print size is approximately 9.75 x 14.75 inches and the overall matted size approximately is 14.75 x 19.75 inches. The matting color is a medium shade of green/grey color.... See More
Item #220922
February 05, 1870
HARPER'S WEEKLY dated February 5, 1870 (print only)
This is a single-page framed print. This is a full page engraving of "Manton Marble" .
The print size is approximately 10 x 14.75 inches and the overall matted size approximately is 16 x 20 inches. The matting color is a medium shade of linen/beige color.... See More
Item #539107
April 19, 1862
HARPER'S WEEKLY dated April 19, 1862 (print only)
This is a double-page print. This engraving is entitled "The Great Uprising of the North -- An Anniversary Picture -- April 12, 1862". See photos for details.
The print size is approximately 22 x 16 inches.
Christmas poem..
Item #553391
December 26, 1874
HARPER'S WEEKLY dated December 26, 1874. (print only)
This is a single-page poem and print engraving entitled "The Christmas Baby" by Will Carleton. This is accompanied by seven small illustrations -- angels; a church; a father and his children; a lady making a visit; children playing; a cemetery; and a father holding a newborn baby.
The print size is approximately... See More
Item #539030
February 26, 1859
The Illustrated London News, London, dated February 26, 1859 (print only)
This is a color print only entitled "His Royal Highness Albert Edward - Prince of Wales K.G."
The size of the print is approximately 23.25 x 15.5 inches.
Life-Boat Saving Illustration...
Item #572482
November 06, 1880
ILLUSTRATED LONDON NEWS - Extra Supplement, London, November 6, 1880 (print only) This is a double-page print entitled "Life-Boat Service on the Lincolnshire Coast: Throwing the Hand Rocket" which is of the rescuing of a life-saving at sea. This is in very good condition and suitable for framing.
Illustration of maiden and children...
Item #572485
June 14, 1873
ILLUSTRATED LONDON NEWS - Extra Supplement, London, June 14, 1873 (print only) This is a double-page print entitled "A Lowland Lassie" which is of a maiden and two children. This is in very good condition and suitable for framing.
Double page print...
Item #208041
October 09, 1886
HARPER'S WEEKLY, New York, October 9, 1886
The doublepage centerfold taken from this issue, very nice for display. The print is captioned: "The New York Riding Club" and drawn by J. V. Chelminski. Nice condition.
Sheridan illustration...
Item #567959
September 14, 1867
HARPER'S WEEKLY, September 14, 1867 (print only) This is a single leaf full page print taken from this issue entitled "Sheridan's Ride" which has an accompanying poem under the illustration. This is a genuine leaf from the issue--not a reprint measuring approximately 10.25 x 15.5 inches and is in good condition.
Long Branch beach illustration...
Item #567961
August 24, 1867
HARPER'S WEEKLY, August 24, 1867 (print only) This is a single leaf full page print taken from this issue entitled "The Beach at Long Branch - Wreck of the 'Dora Baker'". This is a genuine leaf from the issue--not a reprint measuring approximately 10.25 x 15.5 inches and is in good condition.
Little girl and blindman illustration...
Item #567972
June 08, 1867
HARPER'S WEEKLY, June 8, 1867 (print only) This is a single leaf full page print taken from this issue entitled "The Blindman's Darling" which shows a little girl reading the Bible to a blind man. This is a genuine leaf from the issue--not a reprint measuring approximately 10.25 x 15.5 inches and is in good condition.
Moving day illustration...
Item #567974
May 04, 1867
HARPER'S WEEKLY, May 4, 1867 (print only) This is a single leaf full page print taken from this issue entitled "'The First of May' - the Discomforts of Moving" which shows moving, cleaning, painting, etc, all going on in one illustration. This is a genuine leaf from the issue--not a reprint measuring approximately 10.25 x 15.5 inches and is in good condition.... See More
Winter illustration...
Item #567976
March 02, 1867
HARPER'S WEEKLY, March 2, 1867 (print only) This is a single leaf full page print taken from this issue entitled "''Winter'" is showing a grandfather and granddaughter outside the home looking into the valley. This is a genuine leaf from the issue--not a reprint measuring approximately 10.25 x 15.5 inches and is in good condition.
Maj-Gen Hooker illustration...
Item #567986
February 28, 1863
HARPER'S WEEKLY, February 28, 1863 (print only) This is a single leaf full page print taken from this issue entitled "Major-General Hooker, Commanding the Army of the Potomac". This is a genuine leaf from the issue--not a reprint measuring approximately 10.25 x 15.5 inches and is in good condition.
Alaska illustration...
Item #567990
September 05, 1868
HARPER'S WEEKLY, September 5, 1868 (print only) This is a single leaf full page print taken from this issue is of two illustrations entitled "Scenes in Alaska - Unalachleet: Indians Fishing Through the Ice" and "Scenes in Alaska - First View of the Yukon River". This is a genuine leaf from the issue--not a reprint measuring approximately 10.25 x 15.5 inches and is in good con... See More
Mariner's children illustration...
Item #568030
April 18, 1868
HARPER'S WEEKLY, April 18, 1868 (print only) This is a single leaf full page print taken from this issue is entitled "The Mariner's Children" which shows three children with a toy sailboat in the water. This is a genuine leaf from the issue--not a reprint measuring approximately 10.25 x 15.5 inches and is in good condition.
An Army Surgeon's Story...
Item #576205
October 21, 1897
THE YOUTH'S COMPANION, Boston, Massachusetts, October 21, 1897 This is mostly literary-related content, but also topical articles, plus other youth-related content and filled with ads. About the size of Harper's Weekly. The frontpage story is entitled "How Neither of Us Was Hanged - An Army Surgeon's Story" which is from the Battle of Cedar Creek, October 19, 1864. Complete ... See More
Springfield Massachusetts...
Item #205746
August 19, 1854
GLEASON'S PICTORIAL, Boston MA, August 19, 1854. This 16 page newspaper is one of the few illustrated newspapers of that time. The famed Harper's Weekly didn't start until 1857. The woodcuts in these issues give the public a sense of what was going on around America at the time. This particular issue has the following woodcuts: Philadelphia, ftpg. - Springfield, Massachusetts - New arsenal at... See More
Ticonderoga...
Item #206040
May 27, 1854
GLEASON'S PICTORIAL, Boston MA, May 27, 1854. This 16 page newspaper is one of the few illustrated newspapers of that time. The famed Harper's Weekly didn't start until 1857. The woodcuts in these issues give the public a sense of what was going on around America at the time. This particular issue has the following woodcuts : May, ftpg. - Various illus. from the Crystal Palace - Eastwick's Vi... See More
Very decorative & displayable masthead...
Item #151067
April 09, 1859
GLEASON'S WEEKLY LINE-OF-BATTLE SHIP, Boston, April 9, 1859 Talk about an ornate masthead--see the photos for not only one of the larger mastheads, but one of the most ornate and handsome to be had of the 19th century. Nice & quite large illus. of a 3 masted ship, with other embellishments.
This issue has many tears at the edge, a few extending into the prints or text, but fortunately ... See More
Decorative masthead, print of Fort Hamilton, New York...
Item #684666
July 30, 1859
GLEASON'S WEEKLY LINE OF THE BATTLE SHIP, Boston, July 30, 1859 This title has one of the largest & most decorative mastheads of the 19th century with a decorative border around all pages.
The front page has a print of : "General Forey...Receiving the Congratulations of His Troops After the Battle" of Montebello. Also a print of: "the Late Hon. Rufus Choate".
Ot... See More
Homer print...
Item #538853
February 06, 1861
HARPER'S WEEKLY dated February 6, 1861 (print only)
This is a single-page print. The page contains an engraving by Winslow Homer entitled "'Halt of a Wagon Train". This print has a few small binding holes. See photos for details.
The print size is approximately 22 x 16 inches.
Item #554476
November 08, 1873
HARPER'S WEEKLY dated November 8, 1873. (print only)
This is a single-page illustration drawn by Frenzeny and Tavernier entitled "Leaf from a Sketch-Book" which is comprised of eight smaller drawings.
The print size is approximately 16 x 11.5 inches and is in nice condition. Please see photos for details.... See More
Columbia-Harvard Boat Race...
Item #554948
July 10, 1886
HARPER'S WEEKLY, New York City, New York, July 10, 1886 (print only as shown)
This print as a large illustration of "The Columbia-Harvard Boat Race, June 26" by Charles Graham and three smaller prints of "Columbia Cottage"; "The Mascots" and Coaching a Crew". In good condition.
Coastline of Maine...
Item #572826
June 28, 1884
HARPER'S WEEKLY, New York, June 28, 1884 (print only) This is a doublepage illustration entitled "Picturesque Scenes Along the coast of Maine" drawn by John Rix, which is comprised of seven different scenes. This measures approximately 22 x 16 inches and is in very nice condition. Very suitable for framing.
Man-of-War... Frederic Remington...
Item #572828
February 19, 1887
HARPER'S WEEKLY, New York, February 19, 1887 (print only) This is a single page illustration entitled "Sketches on a Man-Of-War Under Sailing Orders -- The Last on Board" by Frederic Remington. This print features an inset which contains five other illustrations. This measures approximately 16.25 x 11 inches and is in very nice condition. Very suitable for framing.
Political Satire... A.B. Frost print...
Item #572834
September 30, 1876
HARPER'S WEEKLY, New York, September 30, 1876(print only) This is a single page illustration entitled "Sindbad T., The Old Man of the Sea" by A.B. Frost. This measures approximately 16 x 11 inches and is in very nice condition. Very suitable for framing.
Political Satire print... Thomas Nast...
Item #578419
June 05, 1886
HARPER'S WEEKLY, New York, June 5, 1886 (print only) The single page print is entitled "Our Standard (Gauge) Adopted all Over the Union" which is by Thomas Nast. This measures approximately 11.25 x 15.75 and is in very nice condition. Very suitable for framing.
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