Exhibits containing tag : 19th-century-magazine
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Harper's Weekly - Loose Pages - Rich Breiman collection
7/8/24 (updated 11/29/25)Harper's Weekly was an American political magazine published in New York City from 1857 to 1916 by Harper & Brothers. It featured foreign and domestic news, fiction, essays, humor, and notably, illustrations. The magazine was highly influential, especially during the American Civil War era, offering extensive coverage that included illustrations of war events and social issues such as slavery. It was known for its political cartoons by Thomas Nast and played a significant role in shaping public opinion, supporting the Union cause during the Civil War, and later the Republican Party's positions. Harper's Weekly ceased publication in 1916 and was absorbed by The Independent.Content and LegacyHarper's Weekly featured a wide range of content including foreign and domestic news, fiction, essays on various subjects, humor, and detailed illustrations. It was particularly known for its extensive coverage of the American Civil War, providing numerous illustrated reports and political cartoons, especially those by Thomas Nast. Besides war coverage, the magazine included social commentary, political editorials, and articles on cultural and societal events.Its legacy lies in influencing public opinion during critical periods of American history, notably the Civil War and Reconstruction. Harper's Weekly helped expose the brutal realities of slavery, supported the Union cause, and contributed to the Republican Party's rise. The magazine's illustrations brought news to life for many readers in an era before photography was widespread in print. Beyond its political impact, it also chronicled social life, including events at the White House, giving ordinary Americans a window into elite society. Although it ceased publication in 1916, its role in journalism and political advocacy remains highly regarded, and its archives serve as a primary source for 19th-century American history.Source: Perplexity.aiCurated by G. LyKeyword: richbreiman
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Harper's Weekly Folio Pages - Rich Breiman collection
7/8/24 (updated 11/29/25)The folio format of Harper's Weekly was chosen to accommodate its extensive and detailed illustrated content, including political cartoons, news scenes, and social event depictions. This large format allowed for high-quality, full-page engravings and illustrations that were central to the magazine's appeal and influence. The folio size made it possible to reproduce visuals in great detail, enhancing the readers' experience in an era when photographic reproduction in print was limited or unavailable.The importance of the folio format lies in how it helped Harper's Weekly become a powerful visual medium. It enabled the magazine to present complex news stories and political commentary through striking images, which were often more effective in communicating ideas than words alone. This approach was especially impactful during the Civil War and Reconstruction periods when literacy rates were still improving—illustrations conveyed important messages to a wider audience. The folio format contributed to Harper's Weekly's national reach and its role as a key influencer of public opinion by making news accessible and engaging through the power of visual storytelling.Source: Perplexity.aiCurated by G. LyKeyword: richbreiman
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