Antique 1894 Last Moments John Brown Print Civil War Book Plate Thomas Hovenden For Sale

Original antique illustration removed from the 1894 first edition of Campfire and Battlefield: An Illustrated History of the Campaigns and Conflicts of the Great Civil War, published by Bryan, Taylor & Company, New York.

This historic book plate reproduces Thomas Hovenden’s celebrated painting “The Last Moments of John Brown,” depicting abolitionist John Brown leaving jail on his way to execution, pausing to kiss an enslaved 1894 book plate

Removed from a damaged copy of Campfire and antique condition with age toning, light foxing, minor edge wear, and a small edge tear on the left margin (see photos). Please review all images carefully, as they are part of the description.

Ships next business day. Item will be carefully packed flat between rigid cardboard to ensure safe delivery.