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THBAbraham Lincoln and Four Civil War Era CdVs; Together with Tocci Brothers Cabinet Card
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Asheville, NC 28805
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Based in Asheville, North Carolina, Brunk Auctions has been conducting sales of fine and decorative arts for over 30 years. Auctions are held in our North Carolina sale room but attracts a global audience. Founded by Robert Brunk in 1983, the auctions became well known for their integrity and profes...Read more
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LiveApr 23, 2026
Beginning the day with Photography masterworks by William Klein, Horst P. Horst, Alfred Eisenstadt, Edward Weston, Carrie Mae Weems, Walker Evans, Berenice Abbott, Edward Weston and many others. Following are more than 60 lots of Native American pottery, baskets, weavings, carvings and jewelry, headlined by an important Naskapi doll with painted coat, a rare Chinookan bark shredder, a pair of Huron moose hoof needlecases, blackware by Maria Martinez, and a room sized Navajo weaving. Concluding the day are 115 lots of furniture, silver, porcelain, rugs and more. Brunk Auctions support@brunkauctions.com
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(American, 19th century)
Portrait of Daniel Webster, annotated and printed by Charles D. Fredricks & Co. 'specialtie' verso, CDV, 4 x 2 in.; matted 10 x 8 in.; Two portraits matted together, Major Gen'l. Geo. B. McClellan, with original inscription information on mount, published by E. Anthony verso, CDV, 4 x 2-1/2 in. ; Maj. Gen. G.B. McClellan and Lady, R.W. Addis Photographer, McClees Gallery verso, CDV, 4 x 2-1/2 in.; mat 8 x 10 in.; Portrait of Abraham Lincoln, Brady's National Portrait Gallery stamp and two cent revenue stamp verso, CDV 4 x 2-1/4 in.; matted, 10 x 8 in.; Carte de visite composite of photographs of "Union Heroes", published by E. and H.T. Anthony, ca. 1866 (see note), list of depicted soldiers verso, CDV, 4 x 2-3/8 in.; matted, 8 x 10 in.; An Obermiller & Kern Studio Portrait of the Tocci Brothers, Siamese Twins, New York, 1890s, cabinet card 6-1/4 x 4 in.; matted, 10 x 8 in.
Provenance: Collection of Michael L. Carlebach
Note: Carlebach, Michael L. 1992. The Origins of Photojournalism in America. Washington: Smithsonian Institution Press, 71.
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Collection of Michael L. Carlebach
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"Daniel Webster" with surface discoloration, archivally mounted with photo corners； "Two portraits of Major General McClellen" with surface flaws and top two corners cut, crease in lower left, minor surface flaws； "Abraham Lincoln" with top two corners are bent, crease in the top and left center, and left bottom edge, surface grim, discoloration； "Union Heroes" with surface grime and dirt, right and left corners are bent, tear in top right corner, paper loss on left； "Tocci Brothers Portrait" print with soiling and surface grime on upper left, upper right corner, lower right corner, surface abrasion lower right and bent corner lower right； mounted to original backing board Note - Brunk Auctions makes every effort to offer accurate and thorough information, but encourages prospective bidders to inspect items in person whenever possible. Condition statements are provided as a courtesy for general guidance and should not be considered complete or definitive. They do not represent a warranty or assumption of liability by Brunk Auctions. Certain condition issues may not be specifically noted in the report but may be visible in the accompanying photographs, which are considered part of the overall condition report. Please refer to our Terms of Sale for complete information and contact us for additional photos or information as needed.
