Sentimental Civil War Song Sheet with View of Richmond

[Civil War Song Sheet]

Mother, Dear, I'm Thinking of You

New York: Charles Magnus, [1864?]. Hand-colored lithograph headpiece. Single leaf approximately 5" x 8"

A sentimental Union Civil War song sheet with three verses and a chorus. .

The hand-colored headpiece is a view of the City of Richmond from across the James River, with the Confederate Capitol prominently in the center (Magnus 61, per Wolf).

Charles Magnus was a German immigrant printing entrepreneur who produced city views as well as views of camps and hospitals during the Civil War. He is well known for his postal covers and song sheets as well.

Ref. WOLF 1463a.

Fine condition.

Item #1368

Price: $75