Dec 13 1873 Harper's Weekly, Winslow Homer "The Morning Bell," Thomas Nast Justice, Homeless Shelter NYC, Khiva Supplement

This December 13, 1873 issue of Harper’s Weekly is a premier edition for art and history collectors, headlined by one of Winslow Homer’s most iconic wood engravings. It captures the industrial shift of post-Civil War America alongside the sharp political commentary of Thomas Nast.


​Title: Dec 13 1873 Harper's Weekly, Winslow Homer "The Morning Bell," Thomas Nast Justice, Homeless Shelter NYC, Khiva Supplement


​Main Issue Highlights
​🎨 Winslow Homer Masterpiece: The highlight of this issue is the full-page print titled "The Morning Bell". This renowned work depicts young mill workers heading to work, symbolizing the transition to an industrial society. It is accompanied by a related article and is considered one of Homer’s most desirable and investment-grade prints.
​⚖️ Thomas Nast's "Justice": The front page features a powerful full-page illustration by Nast captioned "Justice," showcasing his mastery of political symbolism during the Reconstruction era.
​🕊️ Double-Page Centerfold: A grand Thomas Nast engraving titled "Let Us Think Twice Before We Let Loose the Dogs of War," reflecting the nation's contemporary diplomatic tensions.
​🏙️ New York Social History: A poignant full-page scene, "Shelter for the Homeless—Night Scene in a New York Station House," documenting the harsh realities of urban poverty in 1873.
​⚓ Maritime & Engineering: * A half-page illustration of the Spanish Iron Clad "Arapiles" docked in the Brooklyn Navy Yard.
​A 1/3 page illustration of the "Western Entrance to the Tunnel".
​👤 Portraits & Monuments: * A half-page portrait of Hon. Noah Davis, Judge of the Supreme Court of New York.
​A half-page view of the "Russian Monument at Sebastopol".
​Supplement Summary and Highlights
​The included Supplement adds unique global perspective and agricultural interest:
​🌍 Sketches Around Khiva: A two-thirds page illustration providing rare visual documentation of Central Asia.
​🌱 Cotton in Egypt: A full-page feature detailing the global cotton industry and Egyptian agricultural practices.


​🔍 Condition
​I have provided high-resolution photos of every page. This 152-year-old issue is complete in 16 pages plus the Supplement. The Winslow Homer "Morning Bell" print is in excellent condition—dark, crisp, and exceptionally displayable. Authentic light age-toning is present, verifying its 19th-century origin.
​📦 Shipping & 🖼️ Archival Framing
​Professional Shipping: Your history will arrive flat, secure, and tracked. These delicate documents are protected by heavy-duty archival boards to prevent any rolling or folding during transit. 🚫🗞️
​Archival Framing Available: The "Morning Bell" or the Thomas Nast centerfold are museum-quality candidates for display. I offer Custom Archival Framing upon request, using UV-protected glass and acid-free matting to preserve these prints for future generations. 🏛️


​💎 Why It’s Collectible
​Winslow Homer Significance: "The Morning Bell" is a foundational piece of American art history, representing Homer's peak period of social realism.
​Thomas Nast Power: Featuring both a front page and a centerfold by Nast makes this a high-value issue for political history collectors.
​NYC History: The station house shelter print is a vital primary source for historians of New York City and social welfare.


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