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THE FIRST READING OF THE EMANCIPATION PROCLAMATION BEFORE THE CABINET - Mezzotint engraving by Alexander H. Ritchie (1822-1895), after the painting by Francis Bicknell Carpenter (1830-1900), and published in 1866. In a period/original frame. 23.5” high, 33.5” wide (sight); 29” high, 39” wide (overall). Condition: Toning and some water staining.