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Walt Whitman Collection

Walt Whitman, the renowned American poet, captured the essence of his time through his powerful words and captivating verses

Background imageWalt Whitman Collection: PLIT2A-00110

PLIT2A-00110
First edition title page of Whitmans " Leaves of Grass, " 1855. Hand-colored woodcut

Background imageWalt Whitman Collection: PLIT2C-00110

PLIT2C-00110
Walt Whitman and his first edition title page of " Leaves of Grass." Composite art of hand-colored woodcut and document

Background imageWalt Whitman Collection: Walt Whitman

Walt Whitman
3078232 Walt Whitman; (add.info.: Portrait of Walt Whitman (1819-1892) an American poet, essayist and journalist. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Background imageWalt Whitman Collection: AI IMAGE - Portrait of Walt Whitman, 1880s, (2023). Creator: Heritage Images

AI IMAGE - Portrait of Walt Whitman, 1880s, (2023). Creator: Heritage Images
AI IMAGE - Portrait of Walt Whitman, 1880s, (2023). American poet and journalist Walter Whitman Jr. (1819-1892) is considered one of the most influential poets in American history

Background imageWalt Whitman Collection: AI IMAGE - Portrait of Walt Whitman, 1880s, (2023). Creator: Heritage Images

AI IMAGE - Portrait of Walt Whitman, 1880s, (2023). Creator: Heritage Images
AI IMAGE - Portrait of Walt Whitman, 1880s, (2023). American poet and journalist Walter Whitman Jr. (1819-1892) is considered one of the most influential poets in American history

Background imageWalt Whitman Collection: Walt Whitman, 1862. Creator: Bradys National Photographic Portrait Galleries

Walt Whitman, 1862. Creator: Bradys National Photographic Portrait Galleries
Walt Whitman, 1862. [Poet and author]

Background imageWalt Whitman Collection: Walt Whitman, 1855

Walt Whitman, 1855
1730987 Walt Whitman, 1855 ( by American School, (19th century); (add.info.: Walter Whitman (May 31, 1819 - March 26, 1892) was an American poet, essayist and journalist

Background imageWalt Whitman Collection: Walt Whitman (b / w photo)

Walt Whitman (b / w photo)
5989146 Walt Whitman (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Walt Whitman. Illustration for The International Library of Famous Literature edited by)

Background imageWalt Whitman Collection: Walt Whitman (1819-1893), American poet (b / w photo)

Walt Whitman (1819-1893), American poet (b / w photo)
817801 Walt Whitman (1819-1893), American poet (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Walt Whitman (1819-1893)

Background imageWalt Whitman Collection: Walt Whitman, the American Poet (engraving)

Walt Whitman, the American Poet (engraving)
1616078 Walt Whitman, the American Poet (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Walt Whitman, the American Poet)

Background imageWalt Whitman Collection: Binding of the book The Gettysberg Speech and The Second Inaugural Address

Binding of the book The Gettysberg Speech and The Second Inaugural Address
985741 Binding of the book The Gettysberg Speech and The Second Inaugural Address, 1928 (union blue levant morocco leather, red and brown morocco leather)

Background imageWalt Whitman Collection: Walt Whitmans House, 328, Mickle Street, Camden, New Jersey (engraving)

Walt Whitmans House, 328, Mickle Street, Camden, New Jersey (engraving)
1614801 Walt Whitmans House, 328, Mickle Street, Camden, New Jersey (engraving) by Railton, Herbert (1857-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Walt Whitmans House, 328, Mickle Street)

Background imageWalt Whitman Collection: An illuminated page with a miniature portrait of Abraham Lincoln

An illuminated page with a miniature portrait of Abraham Lincoln
985742 An illuminated page with a miniature portrait of Abraham Lincoln, 1928 (iIlluminated manuscript on vellum, watercolour) by Sangorski

Background imageWalt Whitman Collection: The late Walt Whitman (engraving)

The late Walt Whitman (engraving)
1614813 The late Walt Whitman (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The late Walt Whitman. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 2 April 1892)

Background imageWalt Whitman Collection: Walt Whitman, the American Poet (engraving)

Walt Whitman, the American Poet (engraving)
1596478 Walt Whitman, the American Poet (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Walt Whitman, the American Poet)

Background imageWalt Whitman Collection: Portrait of Walt Whitman in 1887, 1887 (albumen print)

Portrait of Walt Whitman in 1887, 1887 (albumen print)
3036332 Portrait of Walt Whitman in 1887, 1887 (albumen print) by Cox, George C. (1851-1902); (add.info.: Portrait of Walt Whitman by George C)

Background imageWalt Whitman Collection: Opening page of Walt Whitmans poem O Captain! My Captain

Opening page of Walt Whitmans poem O Captain! My Captain
985740 Opening page of Walt Whitmans poem O Captain! My Captain! with a vignette of a harbour scene, 1928 (illuminated manuscript on vellum, watercolour) by Sangorski

Background imageWalt Whitman Collection: American author Walt Whitman at Pfaffs beer cellar, New York, 1857 (engraving)

American author Walt Whitman at Pfaffs beer cellar, New York, 1857 (engraving)
5197345 American author Walt Whitman at Pfaffs beer cellar, New York, 1857 (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageWalt Whitman Collection: Walt Whitman in Camden, N. J. c. 1891. Creator: Thomas Eakins

Walt Whitman in Camden, N. J. c. 1891. Creator: Thomas Eakins
Walt Whitman in Camden, N.J. c. 1891

Background imageWalt Whitman Collection: Walt Whitman, 1889. Creator: John White Alexander

Walt Whitman, 1889. Creator: John White Alexander
Walt Whitman, 1889

Background imageWalt Whitman Collection: Walt Whitman, c1862, (1939). Artist: Mathew Brady

Walt Whitman, c1862, (1939). Artist: Mathew Brady
Walt Whitman, c1862, (1939). Walter Walt Whitman (May 31, 1819 - March 26, 1892) was an American poet, essayist, journalist and humanist, From Verve - Nos. 5-6, July-October 1939

Background imageWalt Whitman Collection: Walt Whitman, American poet, c1866 (1955)

Walt Whitman, American poet, c1866 (1955). A print from Mathew Brady Historian with a Camera by James D Horan, Bonanza Books, New York, 1955

Background imageWalt Whitman Collection: Walt Whitman, American poet, 19th century (1956)

Walt Whitman, American poet, 19th century (1956). A print from People, a volume about the origin and early history of many things, common and less common, essential and inessential, by Readers Union

Background imageWalt Whitman Collection: Walt Whitman, American poet, c1880s. Artist: Mathew Brady

Walt Whitman, American poet, c1880s. Artist: Mathew Brady
Walt Whitman, American poet, c1880s. (Colorised black and white print)

Background imageWalt Whitman Collection: Walt Whitman, Inciting the Bird of Freedom to Soar, 1904. Artist: Max Beerbohm

Walt Whitman, Inciting the Bird of Freedom to Soar, 1904. Artist: Max Beerbohm
Walt Whitman, Inciting the Bird of Freedom to Soar, 1904. Illustration from The Poets Corner, by Max Beerbohm, (London, 1904)

Background imageWalt Whitman Collection: Walt Whitman (1819-1892), American poet, c1880s

Walt Whitman (1819-1892), American poet, c1880s. Acted as a volunteer nurse during the American Civil War. From Scribners Monthly, (New York, 1880)

Background imageWalt Whitman Collection: Walter 'Walt'Whitman, 1819 - 1892. American poet, essayist, and journalist

Walter "Walt"Whitman, 1819 - 1892. American poet, essayist, and journalist. After a contemporary print
Walter " Walt" Whitman, 1819 - 1892. American poet, essayist, and journalist. After a contemporary print

Background imageWalt Whitman Collection: Portrait of Walt Whitman, American Poet

Portrait of Walt Whitman, American Poet
Portrait Of Walt Whitman (1819-1892) The American Poet. From The Book The International Library Of Famous Literature, Published In London 1900, Volume Xviii; Artwork

Background imageWalt Whitman Collection: Walt Whitman Birthplace 1927 Etching Plate 4 7 / 16 x 6 3 / 8

Walt Whitman Birthplace 1927 Etching Plate 4 7 / 16 x 6 3 / 8
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Background imageWalt Whitman Collection: Walt Whitman portrait circa 1861-1865

Walt Whitman portrait circa 1861-1865
Walt Whitman portrait, American Civil War, 1861 -1865. This photo has been digitally restored

Background imageWalt Whitman Collection: PLIT2A-00109

PLIT2A-00109
Walt Whitman during the Civil War in Washington DC, 1863. Hand-colored woodcut of a portrait from life


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Walt Whitman, the renowned American poet, captured the essence of his time through his powerful words and captivating verses. Born in 1819 and passing away in 1893, Whitman's literary contributions continue to resonate with readers across generations. In a black and white photograph taken in 1862 by Bradys National Photographic Portrait Galleries, we see Walt Whitman at a pivotal moment in his life. The image portrays him as a man of depth and contemplation, hinting at the profound ideas that would flow from his pen. Another photograph from 1855 showcases a younger Whitman, exuding an air of confidence and ambition. This snapshot captures him on the cusp of greatness, just before he published his groundbreaking collection "Leaves of Grass. " Whitman's impact is further emphasized by an engraving titled "Walt Whitman (1819-1893), American poet. " This depiction immortalizes him as an influential figure whose words touched countless hearts. The binding of the book "The Gettysburg Speech and The Second Inaugural Address" serves as a reminder of Whitman's deep connection to America's history. Through his poetry, he sought to unite a divided nation during one of its most tumultuous periods. An engraving showcasing Walt Whitman's house on Mickle Street in Camden, New Jersey offers insight into the environment where this literary genius found inspiration. It was within these walls that he penned some of his most iconic works. One particularly striking image features an illuminated page adorned with a miniature portrait of Abraham Lincoln. This tribute illustrates not only Whitman's admiration for the president but also their shared commitment to democracy and equality. As we gaze upon another engraving titled "The late Walt Whitman, " we are reminded that even after death, this poetic luminary continues to leave an indelible mark on our collective consciousness. His legacy lives on through every line he wrote and every heart he touched.