Portret van Abraham Lincoln, president van de Verenigde Staten c. 1865 - 1870

This carte de visite, created by the London Stereoscopic Company around 1865-1870, depicts Abraham Lincoln, the 16th President of the United States. The image, likely taken shortly before his assassination in 1865, showcases a solemn Lincoln in a formal portrait. The small format and simple composition, characteristic of carte de visite photographs, were popular during the 19th century, allowing for mass production and distribution of portraits of prominent figures like Lincoln. This particular carte de visite emphasizes Lincoln's stern countenance and reflects the gravity of his presidency during the Civil War.