#9183 • Harper's Weekly Political Cartoon Engraving

Part of Closed Art Gallery and Decor Online Auction (timed auction by Prime Auction Solutions)

Status: Sold

Harper's Weekly political cartoon engraving issue dated New York, Saturday, June 4, 1881, presented as a full newspaper front or display sheet with the publication masthead, an illustrated satirical scene, and printed musical notation below. The imagery includes a signpost pointing toward Washington and New York, with a caricatured animal figure and detailed background architecture, reflecting the graphic wit and political commentary for which Harper's Weekly became widely collected. This piece offers strong period appeal for collectors of 19th century American prints, political satire, and illustrated journalism. Visible details include the printed volume and issue line, the 1881 date, and a handwritten notation at the top identifying it as a political cartoon engraving. Suitable for framing or archival presentation, it carries decorative and documentary interest as a late 19th century printed engraving sheet. Size: approximately 22" H.