Rare Printed Books,
Manuscripts, Autograph Letters,
Photographs, Graphic & Ceremonial Arts
And Featuring: A Significant Offering Relating to Jews in the American Civil War.
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LOT 9:
CARTE-DE-VISITE PHOTOGRAPH of Brigadier General ...
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Sold for: $2,200
Price including buyer’s premium and sales tax:
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2,994.06
Start price:
$
600
Estimate :
$700 - $1,000
Buyer's Premium: 25%
sales tax: 8.875%
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CARTE-DE-VISITE PHOTOGRAPH of Brigadier General Frederick Knefler. Chest-up view in uniform.
No photog. imprint.
Born in Arad, Hungary, Frederick Knefler (1834-1901) settled in Indianapolis. His father was a founder of that city’s first synagogue. In April, 1861 Knefler joined the 11th Indiana Infantry as first lieutenant serving under his friend General Lew Wallace. Knefler assumed command of the 79th Indiana Infantry with rank of full colonel. Distinguished in major battles including Lookout Mountain and Peachtree Creek.
