Harper's Weekly 1883 Christmas Issue Dec 22 A.B. Frost Plum Duff at Sea

Title: Harper's Weekly 1883 Christmas Issue Dec 22 A.B. Frost Plum Duff at Sea
​📜 ABOUT THIS PIECE OF HISTORY 📜
​📜 The Spirit of 1883: This December 22, 1883, edition is the highly anticipated Christmas Issue of Harper's Weekly. It serves as a heartwarming and visually rich time capsule of Victorian holiday traditions, featuring an extensive array of seasonal art and storytelling.
📜 A.B. Frost’s Masterpieces: This issue is a showcase for the legendary illustrator A.B. Frost, whose works in this edition range from powerful social commentary to the whimsical charms of the holiday season.
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​🎄 FEATURED HIGHLIGHTS 🎄
​🍷 "I'll Never Touch a Drop of Liquor..." (Front-Page): A poignant full-page cover illustration by A.B. Frost. This dramatic scene depicts a temperance pledge, reflecting the strong social movements of the Gilded Age.
​🌊 "Plum Duff in Danger—Christmas Dinner At Sea" (Full-Page): A magnificent full-page illustration capturing the peril and persistence of tradition as sailors attempt to enjoy their holiday meal amidst a churning ocean. A premier piece for maritime and Christmas collectors.
​🎭 "A Christmas Pantomime in the Bowery" (Full-Page): A vibrant look at the gritty yet festive theatrical life of Old New York. This is a vital primary source for NYC and theater historians.
​🎁 "A Christmas Gift to 'Ole Marster and Missus'" (Full-Page): A striking full-page illustration depicting a post-Civil War holiday scene, offering a complex look at the social landscape of the 1880s South.
​🏘️ "Brooklyn, Long Island—Christmas Time, 1800" (Half-Page): A nostalgic historical retrospective showing Brooklyn as it appeared over 80 years prior. A "must-have" for Brooklyn and Long Island historians.
​🏜️ "A War Correspondent in Egypt" (Full-Page): A detailed scene of a correspondent returning to camp from a hunt, reflecting the era's fascination with Middle Eastern conflicts and global journalism.
​📖 "How John Norton Kept His Christmas" (Supplement): This issue includes the rare Supplement featuring numerous illustrations dedicated to this classic holiday tale.
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​🔍 CONDITION & TRANSPARENCY 🔍
​Complete Issue: This is the full, original 16-page issue from December 22, 1883, plus the rare Supplement.
​Originality: Guaranteed original woodblock printing—an authentic 1883 artifact.
​Integrity: Includes the full range of A.B. Frost illustrations, which are often removed for individual sale.
​Support: I am a dedicated partner in your journey as a collector. Please reach out with any questions about the condition of the Supplement or the specific Christmas prints!
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​🥂 WHY IT IS A MUST-HAVE 🥂
​Holiday Collectors: Christmas issues of Harper's Weekly are among the most beloved and displayable of the entire run, perfect for seasonal decor or historical archives.
​A.B. Frost Enthusiasts: This issue contains a heavy concentration of Frost’s work, making it a cornerstone for illustration collectors.
​NYC & Brooklyn Buffs: Between the Bowery Pantomime and the 1800s Brooklyn retrospective, the local history in this issue is top-tier.
​Custom Framing: I offer professional framing for any item in my shop. The "Plum Duff at Sea" or the "Bowery Pantomime" would make a stunning holiday centerpiece!
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​📦 SHIPPING & PRESERVATION 📦
​Safe Storage: Housed in an acid-free cellophane sleeve to ensure the newsprint is preserved for the future.
​Flat Shipping: Shipped with heavy-duty reinforcement to prevent bending during transit.
​Tracked: All orders include tracking for your peace of mind.
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​🏷️ TAGS (SEO) 🏷️
​1883 Harpers Weekly, Christmas History Art, A.B. Frost Illustrator, Christmas at Sea Print, Bowery NYC History, Brooklyn History 1800, Temperance Movement Art, Victorian Christmas Decor, Antique Holiday Issue, December 22 1883.
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