Harper's Weekly 1883 Football Collared Dec 01 Washington's Farewell

Title: Harper's Weekly 1883 Football Collared Dec 01 Washington's Farewell
​📖 ABOUT THIS PIECE OF HISTORY 📜
​The Birth of Gridiron: This December 1, 1883, edition of Harper's Weekly features a rare and foundational look at American football in its infancy. It documents the raw, unrefined energy of the sport before the era of modern equipment and formalized professional leagues.
​A Nation's Farewell: The issue serves as a centennial tribute to George Washington, marking 100 years since he departed New York and famously bid farewell to his officers at Fraunces Tavern.
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​🏈 FEATURED HIGHLIGHTS 🏈
​🏟️ "Foot-Ball—Collared" (Full-Page): A "nice" and highly displayable full-page print documenting the physical intensity of early college-style football. This is a premier artifact for sports historians and football collectors, capturing the sport's evolution from rugby.
​⚔️ "Washington Taking Leave of His Officers" (Full-Page): A "nice" and deeply historic full-page illustration depicting the emotional scene on December 4, 1783. This centennial piece is a "must-have" for Washington and Revolutionary War collectors.
​🗽 "Washington Leaving New York, December 4, 1783" (Front-Page): A magnificent full-page cover showing the General's departure. This is a highly displayable piece of New York City history, marking the final end of British presence in the city a century prior.
​🍂 "No Thanksgiving Dinner for the Johnsing Family" (Full-Page): A full-page print by the legendary A.B. Frost. Frost was known for his mastery of character and rural life; this particular piece reflects the complex social dynamics and stereotypes of the Gilded Age era.
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​🔍 CONDITION & TRANSPARENCY 🔍
​Complete Issue: This is the full, original 16-page issue from December 1, 1883.
​Originality: Guaranteed original woodblock printing from 1883—an authentic primary source of American history.
​Full Documentation: Every page, including the period-accurate advertisements and news of the day, is intact.
​Support: I am a dedicated partner in your journey as a collector. Please reach out with any questions about the spine or the condition of the football and Washington prints!
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​🥂 WHY IT IS A MUST-HAVE 🥂
​Football & Sports Fans: Authentic 1880s football prints are extremely scarce and represent the "pre-history" of the modern NFL.
​American History Buffs: The Washington centennial features are classic patriotic images that have defined the General's legacy for over a century.
​A.B. Frost Collectors: Any full-page work by Frost from this peak period is a significant addition to an illustration collection.
​Custom Framing: I offer professional framing for any item in my shop. The "Collared" football print or the Washington farewell scene would look spectacular in a library, office, or den!
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​📦 SHIPPING & PRESERVATION 📦
​Safe Storage: Housed in an acid-free cellophane sleeve to protect the newsprint from age and handling.
​Flat Shipping: Shipped with heavy-duty reinforcement to prevent any bending or damage during transit.
​Tracked: All orders include tracking for your peace of mind.
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​🏷️ TAGS (SEO) 🏷️
​1883 Harpers Weekly, Early Football History, Football Collared Print, George Washington Farewell, Fraunces Tavern History, A.B. Frost Thanksgiving, Revolutionary War Centennial, Antique Sports Art, New York City 1783, December 1 1883.
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