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African Americans at the Lincoln White House - Photo 1

African Americans at the Lincoln White House - Photo 1

This hand-colored wood engraving by Alfred R. Waud appeared in the
centerfold of Harper's Weekly on January 25, 1862. Waud made a sketch in
person at the reception, which was the basis for the engraving. Abraham
Lincoln, tallest man present, welcomes guests near a White House
doorway during a Grand Reception in January 1862. Secretary of the
Treasury Salmon P. Chase and his daughter Kate greet Mrs. Lincoln, while
several Union Army officers fill out the scene.

Artist
Alfred R. Waud
Date of Work
January 25, 1862
Medium
Hand-Colored Wood Engraving
Credit
White House Collection/White House Historical Association