Print of a slavery medal...

Item # 121461

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THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, March, 1788  Within this 90+ page issue is a full page plate which includes four prints, one of which is a small print of the medal to slavery, titled: "Am I Not A Man And A Brother?"(see image) which shows a slave with his hands in chains. This is a print of what is considered the most noteworthy abolitionist/anti-slavery 18th century mediation which was worn by many of the elite class to show support for abolition. It was designed by Josiah Wedgwood, the grandfather of Charles Darwin - which makes for an interesting tidbit of history.
There is some water staining throughout not deterring any readability. Complete with the full title/index page with an engraving of St. John's Gate. Measures about 5 by 8 1/2 inches.