July 14th, 2011
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 7/14/2011
A good pair of war-date composite cartes-de-visite showing the high command of the Confederacy. First is entitled: "Confederate Cabinet" and shows President Jefferson Davis surrounded by five members of his cabinet including famous Jewish official Judah Benjamin. No backstamp, slight emulsion wear at top left corner, light image.. ... plus, CDV shows President Davis surrounded by 66 of his best officers including Col. Mosby, Stonewall Jackson, Picket and R. E. Lee, all of whom are keyed and identified on the verso, very good condition.
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