ARTIST: Winslow Homer
PUBLISHER: Published by Harper's Weekly June 29, 1861.
MEDIUM: Wood engraving,
DATE: June 29, 1861.
EDITION SIZE: Image size 10 15/16 x 9 3/16" (27.8 x 23.4 cm).plus masthead.
DESCRIPTION: Two months after the conflict broke out, Homer highlighted the domestic role of women in this illustration of young women diligently sewing havelocks (sun-shielding coverings) to the back of military hats.
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CONDITION: Good condition, save for overall toning.
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