Harper's Weekly June 29, 1878 William Cullen Bryant Memorial Roslyn Long Island Home Thomas Nast Centerfold

Title: Harper's Weekly June 29, 1878 William Cullen Bryant Memorial Roslyn Long Island Home Thomas Nast Centerfold
​About This Piece of History 🕰️
​This June 1878 edition of Harper’s Weekly serves as a profound tribute to one of America’s greatest literary giants, William Cullen Bryant, following his death earlier that month. As a poet, journalist, and long-time editor of the New York Evening Post, Bryant was a titan of the Gilded Age. This issue captures the national mood of mourning while maintaining the sharp, satirical edge of Thomas Nast. It is a premier artifact for collectors of American literature, New York history, and 19th-century political art. 📜✨
​Featured Highlights in This Issue:
​🖋️ William Cullen Bryant Memorial: A significant 3/4 page portrait of the venerable poet and editor. The feature is accompanied by two beautiful scenes of his beloved estate, "Cedarmere," at Roslyn, Long Island. These illustrations provide a rare, contemporary look at the private sanctuary of the man who wrote Thanatopsis.
​🎨 Dramatic Thomas Nast Double-Page Centerfold: This issue features one of Nast’s more powerful and expansive centerfolds. His work during this period was increasingly focused on the preservation of the Union's financial and moral integrity, and this "dramatic" layout is a masterclass in his detailed woodblock style.
​🇺🇸 Front Page Nast: The issue opens with a full-page Nast illustration, setting the tone for the week's political discourse with his signature personifications and biting wit.
​📰 Gilded Age Journalism: Beyond the main features, the pages are filled with the week's breaking news, including dispatches from the ongoing Paris Exhibition and the social chronicles that defined New York's high society during the summer of 1878.
​The Supplement: A Deep Dive into the Era 📚
​The included original supplement provides the "extra" content that made Harper's the premier journal of its day. I have taken pictures of every single page of the supplement so you can explore:
​🖼️ Fine Art Engravings: The supplement often featured high-quality reproductions of paintings or large-scale scenic views that were intended to be saved or framed.
​📜 Extended Obituaries & Editorials: In this specific issue, the supplement provides further depth into the life and legacy of William Cullen Bryant, offering a comprehensive look at his impact on American letters.
​📖 Serialized Fiction: Installments of the latest Victorian novels, providing a glimpse into the literary tastes of the 1870s.
​Condition & Transparency 🔍
​Detailed Documentation: I take pictures of every single page of this issue and the supplement. I want you to see exactly what you are getting, from the dark ink of the Nast centerfold to the edges of the Bryant memorial.
​Examination: Please look closely at the photos to appreciate the architectural detail of Bryant's Roslyn home and the crispness of the woodblock lines.
​Authenticity: This is a guaranteed original June 1878 printing.
​Questions? Look closely and ask questions! I am here to help you find the perfect piece for your collection. ✉️📸
​Why It’s a Must-Have 🥂
​Literary Collectors: Contemporary 1878 memorial issues for William Cullen Bryant are foundational pieces for any collection of American poetry or journalism history.
​Long Island Historians: The views of Bryant's home in Roslyn are highly desirable for those documenting the historic estates of the North Shore.
​Thomas Nast Enthusiasts: A "dramatic" Nast centerfold from this era is a showcase piece for any portfolio of 19th-century illustration.
​Custom Framing Available: I offer custom framing for anything purchased in my shop. If you would like the Bryant portrait or the Nast centerfold professionally framed and ready for display, please message me for details! 🏛️
​Shipping & Preservation 📦✈️
​Your piece of history is handled with the utmost care. I use acid-free cellophane and ship the issue flat-packed with stiff reinforcement to ensure it arrives exactly as shown in the photographs. Your order is sent with tracking for your peace of mind. 🚚💨
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