A Slave Auction in Virginia

Two page article published in the 'Illustrated London News', 16 February 1861 with engravings, which contain historical and offensive terms: 'The principal church in Charleston, S.C.' and 'Dealers inspecting a Negro at Slave auction in Viriginia.' Part of the Michael Graham-Stewart slavery collection.

Object Details

ID: ZBA2649
Collection: Special collections
Type: Print
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Unknown
Date made: 1861
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London, Michael Graham-Stewart Slavery Collection. Acquired with the assistance of the Heritage Lottery Fund
Measurements: sheet (a): 277 x 407 mm
Parts: A Slave Auction in Virginia