Abraham Lincoln monument and tomb, photographic print   Save
AV83 Abraham Lincoln Presidental Collection
Description: A black and white photographic print of Abraham Lincoln’s tomb located at the Oak Ridge Cemetery in Springfield, Illinois. The tomb of Abraham Lincoln is resides under the monument most recognized by the white granite obelisk centered in its base. The structure was designed by Larkin G. Mead. Mead also designed the five bronze sculptures surrounding the obelisk. The standing bronze statue of Abraham Lincoln lies in front and in each corner of the obelisk are bronze statues of battle scenes from the Civil War depicting the cavalry, infantry, naval, and artillery forces. The burial tomb, located under the monument, holds the remains of President Lincoln and his wife, Mary Todd Lincoln, and their sons, Edward, William “Willie” and Thomas “Tad.” Their oldest son, Robert, is the only son not buried in the tomb. View on Ohio Memory.
Image ID: AV83_B01F05_014
Subjects: Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865--Pictorial works
Places: Springfield (Illinois); Sangamon County (Illinois)