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Circus scene showing a man (magician?) standing on a table holding a curtain, standing to the right is a clown with a horn, on the left a man is balancing on one foot on a moving horse while another performer stands nearby, the audience stands in the background J.A.W

Circus scene showing a man (magician?) standing on a table holding a c...

Woodside's drawing may be a copy after an illustration from an 1815 English edition of "Songs of the Chase." Inscribed in pencil on verso: This is a copy by John A. Woodside of a vignette cut in the book "Songs... More

[A discharge of filth] - Public domain  drawing

[A discharge of filth] - Public domain drawing

"Road to ruin" at left. Title from handwritten notation on mat. Drawing for etching, plate 3, published in "Scraps" #2, 1830. Purchase; Childs Gallery; (DLC/PP-1984:367). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illu... More

[John Bull and the Yankee barber]

[John Bull and the Yankee barber]

Title from handwritten notation on mat. Study for etching, plate 1, published in "Scraps" #2, 1830. Purchase; Childs Gallery; (DLC/PP-1984:366). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

[Indian on horseback, two buffalo]

[Indian on horseback, two buffalo]

Title devised by cataloger. No publication information. (DLC/PP-1941:0074). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

[Cabin in landscape] - Drawing. Public domain image.

[Cabin in landscape] - Drawing. Public domain image.

Title devised by cataloger. No publication information. (DLC/PP-1941:0074). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

Mabel Payne and Luke Harvey - Public domain book illustration

Mabel Payne and Luke Harvey - Public domain book illustration

(DLC/PP-1941:0074). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress). Published as frontispiece for: "The Quaker City."

[Man shooting from horseback] - Public domain book illustration

[Man shooting from horseback] - Public domain book illustration

"After Horace Vernet." Title devised by cataloger. No publication information. (DLC/PP-1941:0074). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

[Man fallen or pushed into wheel barrow]

[Man fallen or pushed into wheel barrow]

Title devised by cataloger. No publication information. (DLC/PP-1941:0074). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

[Man by chair addressing meeting]

[Man by chair addressing meeting]

Title devised by cataloger. No publication information. (DLC/PP-1941:0074). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

[Two men in room] - Public domain book illustration, Library of Congress

[Two men in room] - Public domain book illustration, Library of Congre...

Title devised by cataloger. No publication information. (DLC/PP-1941:0074). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

[Two horses]. Book illustration from Library of Congress

[Two horses]. Book illustration from Library of Congress

Title devised by cataloger. No accession number. No publication information. Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

The author of Vanity Fair - Public domain portrait engraving

The author of Vanity Fair - Public domain portrait engraving

No publication information. (DLC/PP-1941:0074). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

[Man sitting down on stoop] - Public domain dedication image

[Man sitting down on stoop] - Public domain dedication image

Title devised by cataloger. No publication information. (DLC/PP-1941:0074). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

[Scene from the life of Washington?]

[Scene from the life of Washington?]

Title devised by cataloger. No publication information. (DLC/PP-1941:0074). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

[Two women standing over seated reading woman]

[Two women standing over seated reading woman]

Title devised by cataloger. No publication information. (DLC/PP-1941:0074). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

[Battle scene with charging cavalry and artillery]

[Battle scene with charging cavalry and artillery]

Title devised by cataloger. No publication information. (DLC/PP-1941:0074). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

[Bunker Hill] - Drawing. Public domain image.

[Bunker Hill] - Drawing. Public domain image.

Soldiers digging and pulling artillery, horse pulling, and battle scene. Title devised by cataloger. Purchase; Childs Gallery; (DLC/PP-1984:368). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

Corner loungers. Book illustration from Library of Congress

Corner loungers. Book illustration from Library of Congress

No publication information. (DLC/PP-1941:0074). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

[Horses at auction or races?] - Public domain book illustration

[Horses at auction or races?] - Public domain book illustration

Title devised by cataloger. No publication information. (DLC/PP-1941:0074). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

[Allegorical male figure]. Book illustration from Library of Congress

[Allegorical male figure]. Book illustration from Library of Congress

Title devised by cataloger. No publication information. (DLC/PP-1941:0074). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

[The boys that run with the engine -- ]

[The boys that run with the engine -- ]

Title devised by cataloger. No publication information. (DLC/PP-1941:0074). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

[Farmer with scythe walking down road after livestock]

[Farmer with scythe walking down road after livestock]

Title devised by cataloger. No publication information. (DLC/PP-1941:0074). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

[Battle scene with line of bayonets]

[Battle scene with line of bayonets]

Title devised by cataloger. No publication information. (DLC/PP-1941:0074). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

[Shepherd with dog and lambs] - Public domain book illustration

[Shepherd with dog and lambs] - Public domain book illustration

Title devised by cataloger. No publication information. (DLC/PP-1941:0074). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

[Donkey cropping grass]. Book illustration from Library of Congress

[Donkey cropping grass]. Book illustration from Library of Congress

Title devised by cataloger. No publication information. (DLC/PP-1941:0074). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

[Walking hunter with two hounds]

[Walking hunter with two hounds]

Title devised by cataloger. No publication information. (DLC/PP-1941:0074). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

[Calvary officer from rear, mounted cavalry officer receiving message]

[Calvary officer from rear, mounted cavalry officer receiving message]

"After Horace Vernet II." Title devised by cataloger. No publication information. (DLC/PP-1941:0074). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

[Goat in bedroom gazing at sleeping person]

[Goat in bedroom gazing at sleeping person]

Title devised by cataloger. No publication information. (DLC/PP-1941:0074). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

Male figure laid over a barrel with crowd looking on

Male figure laid over a barrel with crowd looking on

Title devised by cataloger. No publication information. (DLC/PP-1941:0074). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

Evangelic measures. Book illustration from Library of Congress

Evangelic measures. Book illustration from Library of Congress

No accession number; "1628F" and "Apr. 47" on verso. Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress). Published in: Puck, June.

[Courting cats under arbor with eavesdropping fox by fence]

[Courting cats under arbor with eavesdropping fox by fence]

Title devised by cataloger. Purchase; 1980; (DLC/PP-1980:286.2). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress). Published in: "Reynard the Fox."

Refreshments by the way - Public domain book illustration

Refreshments by the way - Public domain book illustration

Title on verso. No publication information. (DLC/PP-1933:0118). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

There, Tom, that's what I call an indoocement

There, Tom, that's what I call an indoocement

"Prices reduced during the holiday season" on sign in front of "Druggist" window. No publication information. (DLC/PP-1933:0118). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

[Young woman milking cow] - Drawing. Public domain image.

[Young woman milking cow] - Drawing. Public domain image.

Title devised by cataloger. No publication information. (DLC/PP-1933:0175). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

How old are your twins? - Drawing. Public domain image.

How old are your twins? - Drawing. Public domain image.

In same frame with CAI - Nast, no. 25 a; this image is at right. No publication information. (DLC/PP-1936:0065). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

It's killing me but I like it - Public domain dedication image

It's killing me but I like it - Public domain dedication image

No publication information, possibly a caricature. (DLC/PP-1936:0065). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

[Benjamin Harrison or a senator named C. D.]

[Benjamin Harrison or a senator named C. D.]

"C.D" on button of shirt. Title devised by cataloger. Title on shelflist card: Benjamin Harrison. Portrait of C.D. No publication information. (DLC/PP-1934:0123). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustratio... More

T. Nast & Frank Leslie - Public domain portrait engraving

T. Nast & Frank Leslie - Public domain portrait engraving

"Nast's first interview with Frank Leslie" on mat. No publication information. (DLC/PP-1936:0065.24). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

That "Soverign's Boycott," on U.S., Political Cartoon

That "Soverign's Boycott," on U.S., Political Cartoon

No publication information. (DLC/PP-1980:080.6). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

The lion's generosity - Drawing. Public domain image.

The lion's generosity - Drawing. Public domain image.

No publication information. (DLC/PP-1934:0123). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

[Man walking with arms away from body]

[Man walking with arms away from body]

"Fande (?)" on item. Title devised by cataloger. No publication information. (DLC/PP-1934:0123). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

The Fulton House, lower hall - Public domain book illustration

The Fulton House, lower hall - Public domain book illustration

No accession number. No publication information. Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

Sketch for the domestic blockade

Sketch for the domestic blockade

No publication information. Pen sketch "Christmas list for Santa Claus" on verso; not on digital file. (DLC/PP-1936:0065.25). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

Snug Harbor - Drawing. Public domain image.

Snug Harbor - Drawing. Public domain image.

No accession number. No publication information. Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

[Three children and a dog beside fireplace]

[Three children and a dog beside fireplace]

"A merry old" on floor. Title devised by cataloger. No publication information. (DLC/PP-1936:0065.1). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

[Landscape with bridge and figures]

[Landscape with bridge and figures]

Title devised by cataloger. No publication information. Pen sketches on verso of Little Bo-Peep cow jumping over the moon, little Jack Horner and Hi Diddle, Diddle; not on digital file. (DLC/PP-1936:0065). Form... More

[A casual encounter]. Book illustration from Library of Congress

[A casual encounter]. Book illustration from Library of Congress

No accession number. Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress). Published in: "The Paris of The Three Musketeers" by E.H. and E.W. Blashfield, Scribner's magazine, 8:144 (Aug. 1890).

The pioneer - Drawing. Public domain image.

The pioneer - Drawing. Public domain image.

Title from handwritten notation on mat. No publication information. Sketch of rifles (?) on verso; not on digital file. (DLC/PP-1936:0065.23). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

Henry Connor in a trip to Chinatown

Henry Connor in a trip to Chinatown

No publication information. (DLC/PP-1936:0065). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

Christmas greens : Santa will bring US --

Christmas greens : Santa will bring US --

No publication information. (DLC/PP-1936:0065.20). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

[Drawing room and glimpse of hall, the Cedars]

[Drawing room and glimpse of hall, the Cedars]

Title from handwritten notation mat. No accession number. No publication information. Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

The first attack ; Pussy in the well

The first attack ; Pussy in the well

No publication information. (DLC/PP-1936:0065). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

Mrs. Grundy [...] - Public domain dedication image

Mrs. Grundy [...] - Public domain dedication image

No publication information. Pencil sketch, "Mrs. Grundy is asking the Gen. Grand into the [...] of his office" on verso; not on digital. (DLC/PP-1936:0065.22). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (L... More

General Mitchell, Oregon. Book illustration from Library of Congress

General Mitchell, Oregon. Book illustration from Library of Congress

No publication information. (DLC/PP-1934:0123). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

Repose - Drawing. Public domain image., engraving, Library of Congress

Repose - Drawing. Public domain image., engraving, Library of Congress

Study for design commissioned by Prince Napoleon in 1861. (DLC/PP-1933:0083). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

[Black man reading newspaper by candlelight]

[Black man reading newspaper by candlelight]

Man reading a newspaper with headline, "Presidential Proclamation, Slavery," which refers to the Jan. 1863 Emancipation Proclamation. Title devised by cataloger. (DLC/PP-1985:0490). Forms part of: Cabinet of Am... More

[Woman sitting in a chair ; detail head of same]

[Woman sitting in a chair ; detail head of same]

No publication information. (DLC/PP-1936:0044). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

[Sleeping boy] - Drawing. Public domain image.

[Sleeping boy] - Drawing. Public domain image.

Title devised by cataloger. No publication information. (DLC/PP-1936:0044). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

[Girl in bed, flowers in foreground]

[Girl in bed, flowers in foreground]

Title devised by cataloger. No publication information. (DLC/PP-1936:0044). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

[Dogs]. Book illustration from Library of Congress

[Dogs]. Book illustration from Library of Congress

Title devised by cataloger. No publication information. (DLC/PP-1936:0044). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

[Dielman's infant daughter]. Book illustration from Library of Congress

[Dielman's infant daughter]. Book illustration from Library of Congres...

Title devised by cataloger. No publication information. (DLC/PP-1936:0044). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

English pine, Mulberry Point - Public domain book illustration

English pine, Mulberry Point - Public domain book illustration

Landscape sketch on verso; not on digital file. No publication information. (DLC/PP-1933:0202). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

[Cowboy horseback riding by cattle ranch]

[Cowboy horseback riding by cattle ranch]

Title devised by cataloger. No publication information. (DLC/PP-1932:0042). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

[Young girl sitting on pier] - Public domain scenic drawing

[Young girl sitting on pier] - Public domain scenic drawing

Title devised by cataloger. No publication information. (DLC/PP-1936:0044). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

[Mrs. Frederick Dielman]. Book illustration from Library of Congress

[Mrs. Frederick Dielman]. Book illustration from Library of Congress

Title devised by cataloger. No publication information. (DLC/PP-1936:0044). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

[Two greyhounds]. Book illustration from Library of Congress

[Two greyhounds]. Book illustration from Library of Congress

Title devised by cataloger. No publication information. (DLC/PP-1936:0044). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

[Sleighing in New York] - Drawing. Public domain image.

[Sleighing in New York] - Drawing. Public domain image.

Title from mat. (DLC/PP-1934:0044). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress). Published as cover for: Harper's weekly.

Pippa : competition of the soldiers

Pippa : competition of the soldiers

No accession number. No publication information. Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

The lost cause. Book illustration from Library of Congress

The lost cause. Book illustration from Library of Congress

"Henry Mosler, author & er.;" possibly illustration for book by Mosler. No accession number. Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

[Dejected man sitting in chair and weeping woman]

[Dejected man sitting in chair and weeping woman]

Title devised by cataloger. No publication information. (DLC/PP-1934:0009). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

Alice Barber Stephens - [Guinevere, from Tennyson's Idylls of the King]

Alice Barber Stephens - [Guinevere, from Tennyson's Idylls of the King...

Title from caption on mat. No accession number. On mat: O maiden, if needed ye list to sing, sing, and unbind my heart that I may weep. Whereat full willingly sang the little maid. Forms part of: Cabinet of Ame... More

Peter-- I am going to let you in on a secret

Peter-- I am going to let you in on a secret

No publication information. (DLC/PP-1932:0083). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

Alice Barber Stephens - The little old fashioned girl--a declimation

Alice Barber Stephens - The little old fashioned girl--a declimation

"An early pencil sketch from life for an illus. for Harper's Young People?" Verso. (DLC/PP-1933:0118). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

Alice Barber Stephens - [Hooded woman]

Alice Barber Stephens - [Hooded woman]

Title devised by cataloger. No publication information. (DLC/PP-1933:0012). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

Bronze shield, bronze. Book illustration from Library of Congress

Bronze shield, bronze. Book illustration from Library of Congress

(DLC/PP-1933:0205). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress). Published in: "Kings and Bochons," Century magazine.

[Barking dog (?)]. Book illustration from Library of Congress

[Barking dog (?)]. Book illustration from Library of Congress

Title devised by cataloger. No publication information. (DLC/PP-1934:0009). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

Daily bread : by Josephine Preston Peabody

Daily bread : by Josephine Preston Peabody

No accession number. No publication information. Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

[Man, probably an explorer, in prow of boat, holding banner]

[Man, probably an explorer, in prow of boat, holding banner]

Title devised by cataloger. No accession number. No publication information. Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

Gossip. 19th century, Library of Congress collection

Gossip. 19th century, Library of Congress collection

(DLC/PP-1934:0009). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress). Published in: Collier's weekly magazine.

[Bearded man on horseback] - Public domain portrait print

[Bearded man on horseback] - Public domain portrait print

Title devised by cataloger. Cf. CAI - Frost, no. 72 (A size). No publication information. (DLC/PP-1934:0009). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

When the auto first came into ...

When the auto first came into ...

No publication information. (DLC/PP-1934:0009). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

[Several men sitting around stove]

[Several men sitting around stove]

Title devised by cataloger. No publication information. (DLC/PP-1934:0009). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

Alice Barber Stephens - He listened as one may listen to a reprieve

Alice Barber Stephens - He listened as one may listen to a reprieve

No publication information. (DLC/PP-1932:0083). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

Spectacle brooches - Drawing. Public domain image.

Spectacle brooches - Drawing. Public domain image.

(DLC/PP-1933:0205). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress). Published in: Ireland, Fine Arts.

[Two black women talking] - Public domain book illustration

[Two black women talking] - Public domain book illustration

Title devised by cataloger. No publication information. (DLC/PP-1934:0009). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

Abandoned farm house, Monroe County, Pennsylvania

Abandoned farm house, Monroe County, Pennsylvania

No publication information. (DLC/PP-1934:0009). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

[Bearded man in top hat and overcoat]

[Bearded man in top hat and overcoat]

Title devised by cataloger. No publication information. (DLC/PP-1934:0009). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

Alice Barber Stephens - I am here to ask you now

Alice Barber Stephens - I am here to ask you now

No publication information. (DLC/PP-1932:0083). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

[Boisterous street scene with baby in foreground]

[Boisterous street scene with baby in foreground]

Title devised by cataloger. No publication information. (DLC/PP-1934:0009). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

Seven dollars fo' one hat!!!! : come right out of dis!!! : is you crazy

Seven dollars fo' one hat!!!! : come right out of dis!!! : is you craz...

No publication information. (DLC/PP-1934:0009). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

[Men and women standing in interior of store or warehouse]

[Men and women standing in interior of store or warehouse]

Title devised by cataloger. No publication information. (DLC/PP-1932:0083). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

[Calf gamboling]. Book illustration from Library of Congress

[Calf gamboling]. Book illustration from Library of Congress

Title devised by cataloger. No publication information. Two versions on one sheet. (DLC/PP-1934:0009). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

[Skating picnic]. Book illustration from Library of Congress

[Skating picnic]. Book illustration from Library of Congress

Title devised by cataloger. No publication information. (DLC/PP-1934:0009). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

[Old woman opening box while three children watch]

[Old woman opening box while three children watch]

Title devised by cataloger. Title in Cabinet of American Illustration shelflist: Unfinished drawing. (DLC/PP-1937:0027). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

Moma's in a bad humor again - Public domain book illustration

Moma's in a bad humor again - Public domain book illustration

No publication information. (DLC/PP-1934:0009). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

[People in rowboat with furniture]

[People in rowboat with furniture]

Title devised by cataloger. No publication information. (DLC/PP-1934:0009). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

Ardagh Chalice --  bottom of chalice

Ardagh Chalice -- bottom of chalice

Probably published in book or periodical on Irish art. (DLC/PP-1933:0205). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

[Two men on bicycles] - Public domain book illustration

[Two men on bicycles] - Public domain book illustration

Title devised by cataloger. No publication information. Part of series; cf. CAI - Frost, no. 2 (B size), CAI - Frost, no. 4 (B size), CAI - Frost, no. 5 (B size), and CAI - Frost, no 6 (A size). (DLC/PP-1934:00... More

You haven't even let me tell you why I came with Joseph

You haven't even let me tell you why I came with Joseph

No publication information. (DLC/PP-1932:0083). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

Mountaineer - Drawing. Public domain image.

Mountaineer - Drawing. Public domain image.

Title devised by cataloger. No accession number. No publication information. Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

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