Subseries I.1, Illustrations, Photographs, Political Cartoons and Caricatures, 1776, 1844-1914, 1984, undated

Scope and content:

This subseries, arranged alphabetically, comprises the bulk of the collection. It includes photographic copies of illustrations and political cartoons and caricatures, which originally appeared in a variety of mid-19th to early 20th century American print publications, includingLeslie's Illustrated Newspaper(Leslie's Weekly)(1852-1922),Harper's Magazine(1850-),Peterson's Magazine(1842–1898),Godey's Magazine and Lady's Book(1830–1878),Puck(1871-1918),Collier's(1888-),The American Magazine(1906-1956), as well as German-language American publications, includingIllinois Staats-Zeitung(Illinois State Newspaper) (1848-1921). A limited number of hand-colored copies are present. It also includes a small number of oversized reproductions, as well as original drawings of Joseph Pulitzer.

Contents

Access and use

Parent restrictions:

This collection is located on-site.

This collection has no restrictions.

Parent terms of access:
Reproductions may be made for research purposes. The RBML maintains ownership of the physical material only. Copyright remains with the creator and his/her heirs. The responsibility to secure copyright permission rests with the patron.
Location of this collection:
6th Floor East Butler Library
535 West 114th Street
New York, NY 10027, USA
Before you visit:
Researchers interested in viewing materials in the RBML reading room must must book an appointment at least 7 days in advance. To make the most of your visit, be sure to request your desired materials before booking your appointment, as researchers are limited to 5 items per day.
Contact:
rbml@library.columbia.edu