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A framed remnant from the original parlor drapery from Lincoln’s home in Springfield, IL, displayed under a magnifying lens and double-matted with a caption and image to an overall size of 8 x 10 (frame measures 9.25" x 11.25").
The caption reads: "A remnant from the original parlor drapery from Lincoln's home in Springfield, Illinois. This remnant was part of a large piece owned by Lincoln’s neighbor Harry Wilton who purchased drapery and furniture from the Lincolns in 1860 when they moved to Washington after the election." Wilton was the United States Marshall in Springfield and a friend of the Lincolns. Other items that Wilton purchased from the Lincolns were sold to the Henry Ford Museum by his relatives. In fine condition.
The caption reads: "A remnant from the original parlor drapery from Lincoln's home in Springfield, Illinois. This remnant was part of a large piece owned by Lincoln’s neighbor Harry Wilton who purchased drapery and furniture from the Lincolns in 1860 when they moved to Washington after the election." Wilton was the United States Marshall in Springfield and a friend of the Lincolns. Other items that Wilton purchased from the Lincolns were sold to the Henry Ford Museum by his relatives. In fine condition.
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