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Lincoln (Pyle)
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Lincoln (Pyle)
ABRAHAM LINCOLN U.S. President, in his office at the White House, 1865
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1809 1865 Abraham Lincoln Off Ice Pyle
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures an intimate moment in the historic office of Abraham Lincoln, 16th President of the United States, in the final year of his presidency, 1865. The image, taken by renowned American artist and illustrator, Thomas H. Pyle, offers a poignant glimpse into the personal side of one of the most celebrated figures in American history. Lincoln, born on February 12, 1809, in Hodgenville, Kentucky, is shown seated at his desk, surrounded by the trappings of the presidency. The room, adorned with ornate woodwork and draped in heavy velvet curtains, exudes an air of grandeur and formality. Yet, the President's relaxed posture and thoughtful expression suggest a man at ease, deep in thought or contemplation. The year was 1865, a time of great turmoil and change for the United States. The Civil War, which had raged since 1861, was drawing to a close, and the country was on the brink of a new era. Lincoln, who had led the nation through its darkest hours, was a man of the people, deeply committed to preserving the Union and ending slavery. Despite the weight of the world on his shoulders, Lincoln is depicted here as a human being, not just a historical figure. His worn and furrowed face, the lines etched into his hands, and the creases in his clothes all serve as reminders of the toll that leadership and history have taken on him. This photograph, taken just months before Lincoln's assassination on April 14, 1865, is a poignant reminder of a man who led a nation through its darkest hours and left an indelible mark on American history. It is a testament to the power of art to capture a moment in time and preserve it for future generations to ponder and learn from.
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