[Civil War]. A group of 10 photographs, manuscripts, and ephemera related to the Confederacy.

Comprising:

4 photographs, including: 3 CDVs of famed CSA General Pierre Gustave Toutant Beauregard (1818-1893), including a full standing studio portrait copy featuring Beauregard in uniform (significantly toned, some soiling, wear). New York: C. D. Fredricks & Co., 1861. Copyright statement printed to lower mount recto. Photographer's imprint on verso. -- Studio half portrait of Beauregard in uniform, with his arms crossed at his chest (good toning, some discoloration, wear). New York: E. Anthony. Publisher's imprint (with negative credit to Brady's Gallery) on verso along with ink stamp for Jas. S. Waters of Baltimore. -- Seated bust portrait of an aged Beauregard in civilian attire (light toning, few spots, corners clipped). Boston, MA: Black. Photographer's imprint on verso. -- CDV-sized tintype portrait, approx. 3 1/4 x 2 1/8 in., housed in paper mat/sleeve, featuring a young woman who appears to be dressed in a nurse's uniform. Uncredited. With modern tag furnished by consignor indicating that the subject may be a Confederate nurse from Maryland, which cannot be confirmed based on the lack of period identification or provenance (image a little dark).

[With:] Partially printed document issued by the Confederate States of America, State of South Carolina for service as a soldier in the Army of the State of South Carolina and the Confederate States. Incomplete, although an inked notation has been added about serving "for three years, or" during the continuance of the Civil War. -- Manuscript document regarding the distribution of tents to Confederate regiments. Atlanta, 18 September 1863. Addressed to Capt. H.T. Massingale, signed by R.J. Hallett, A.A.A. General. Verso docketed by Brigadier General Howell Cobb, who took command of Georgia State Troops in September 1863. -- Clipped signature of "John T. Morgan, Alabama, March 19, 1894. -- Envelope featuring the seal of the state of Virginia. Unused. -- Partially printed subscription form and envelope from the Confederate Veteran magazine, dated 1900. Incomplete. -- Paper bound copy of the Confederate War Journal for April 1893. 16pp, illustrations throughout. Staining and toning throughout.

Together, 10 items related to the Confederacy.

Estate of David O'Reilly, Old Bridge, New Jersey

This lot is located in Chicago.

The physical condition of lots in our auctions can vary due to age, normal wear and tear, previous damage, and restoration/repair. All lots are sold "AS IS," in the condition they are in at the time of the auction, and we and the seller make no representation or warranty and assume no liability of any kind as to a lot's condition. Any reference to condition in a catalogue description or a condition report shall not amount to a full accounting of condition. Condition reports prepared by Freeman's staff are provided as a convenience and may be requested from the Department prior to bidding.

The absence of a posted condition report on the Freeman's website or in our catalogues should not be interpreted as commentary on an item's condition. Prospective buyers are responsible for inspecting a lot or sending their agent or conservator to inspect the lot on their behalf, and for ensuring that they have requested, received and understood any condition report provided by Freeman's.

Please email booksmanuscripts@freemansauction.com for any additional information or questions you may have regarding this lot.

Printed Books & Early American Photography, including Selections from the Larry Ness Collection

[Civil War]. A group of 10 photographs, manuscripts, and ephemera related to the Confederacy.

Lot Description

Condition Report

Preview

Auction Contact

Shipping | Pickup