The Coney Island Cup Race
$19.95 USD • Used
Original hand-etched wood engraving. Full page multi-scene illustration in Harper's Weekly, July 9, 1881. Condition Very Good. Light toning but image and paper intact. Image is clear. Size is 11" ...
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Original hand-etched wood engraving. Full page multi-scene illustration in Harper's Weekly, July 9, 1881. Condition Very Good. Light toning but image and paper intact. Image is clear. Size is 11" x 16". . . . . . . The illustration titled "The Coney Island Cup Race" appeared in the July 9, 1881, edition of Harper's Weekly and was drawn by Edwin Forbes. It depicts a dynamic scene from a horse racing event held at Coney Island, showcasing Forbes' skill as an artist known for detailed and lively illustrations. The artwork captures the excitement of the race, featuring jockeys, horses, and spectators, reflecting the growing popularity of horse racing in late 19th-century America. Forbes, a noted Civil War artist and illustrator, contributed this piece as part of Harper's Weekly's coverage of contemporary events and leisure activities.
Product Info
Publisher: Harper's Weekly
Year: July 9, 1881
Type: Used
Binding: Softcover
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