Oct 11 1873 Harpers Weekly, Winslow Homer \"Gloucester Harbor,\" Wall St. Panic For Sale

This October 11, 1873 issue of Harper’s Weekly is a \"double-threat\" for collectors, featuring a landmark masterpiece by Winslow Homer and the definitive visual record of the Panic of 1873 by Thomas Nast. It is one of the most visually dense and historically significant issues of the Gilded Age.
​Title: Oct 11 1873 Harpers Weekly, Winslow Homer \"Gloucester Harbor,\" Wall St. Panic, Thomas Nast Centerfold, Bermuda
​Main Issue Highlights
​🎨 Winslow Homer Masterpiece: The highlight of this edition is the full-page wood engraving, \"Ship Building, Gloucester Harbor.\" This iconic work captures the sun-drenched, industrious spirit of the Massachusetts coast. It is considered one of Homer’s most technically accomplished and desirable prints for collectors of American fine art.
​📉 The Panic of 1873 on Wall Street: Published as the financial world was collapsing, this issue contains two critical full-page records of the crisis:
​\"Broad Street During the Panic\": A sweeping view of the chaotic crowds outside the Stock Exchange.
​\"Scenes in Wall Street During the Panic\": A series of vignettes capturing the desperation of bankers and investors.
​🐘 Thomas Nast’s \"Modern Canute\": The double-page centerfold is a grand Nast satire titled \"Our Modern Canute at Long Branch.\" It depicts President Grant attempting to hold back the \"waves\" of the financial panic, a brilliant use of the legendary King Canute allegory to critique the government’s economic response.
​🗳️ Nast Front Page: Features the full-page cartoon \"Keeping the Money Where it Will Do Most Good,\" a biting commentary on the distribution of wealth and political influence during the crash.
​🌴 Sketches in Bermuda: Four charming small illustrations documenting 19th-century life and architecture in Bermuda, providing a peaceful contrast to the economic turmoil in New York.
​Supplement Summary and Highlights
​The included Supplement adds significant value with global maritime and social content:
​🚢 The Ashantee War: Features a large illustration of \"The Ashantee War—Cape Coast Castle,\" documenting the British military base in West Africa (modern-day Ghana).
​📚 Victorian Literature: Includes continuing installments of \"The Parisians\" by Edward Bulwer-Lytton and \"Phineas Redux\" by Anthony Trollope.
​🎨 Social Sketches: Features several smaller engravings, including \"The Morning Walk,\" capturing Victorian domestic aesthetics.
​🔍 Condition
​I have provided high-resolution photos of every page. This 152-year-old issue is complete in 16 pages plus the supplement. The Winslow Homer \"Gloucester\" print is in excellent condition—dark, crisp, and ready for museum-quality framing. The Nast centerfold is strong with clean lines. Authentic, light age-toning is present, confirming its 1873 origin.
​📦 Shipping & 🖼️ Archival Framing
​Professional Shipping: Your history will arrive flat, secure, and tracked. These delicate documents are protected by heavy-duty archival boards to prevent any rolling or folding during transit. 🚫🗞️
​Archival Framing Available: The Winslow Homer print and the Broad Street Panic view are premier candidates for display. I offer Custom Archival Framing upon request, using UV-protected glass and acid-free matting to preserve these prints for future generations. 🏛️
​💎 Why It’s Collectible
​Homer’s Peak Period: \"Ship Building, Gloucester Harbor\" is a top-tier Winslow Homer print, essential for any American art collection.
​Financial Crisis History: This issue acts as a primary source for the Panic of 1873, providing the most famous contemporary views of Wall Street in turmoil.
​Nast Centerfold: Large Nast centerfolds from 1873 are highly valued for their intricate detail and historical weight.
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