Feature Points
VINTAGE PRINT REPRODUCTION: Historic reproduction of 1876 Old Abe War Eagle Wisconsin Civil War Photo - Wall Art. Printed on archival-grade paper that maintains vivid color accuracy for over 100 years without fading or discoloration.
PREMIUM GALLERY PAPER: Heavyweight fine art paper with non-reflective matte finish eliminates glare while delivering museum-grade appearance and lasting durability.
PROFESSIONALLY RESTORED: Each image is digitally restored by our art specialists to correct age-related deterioration while preserving authentic historical details and character.
BORDERLESS DESIGN: Artwork prints edge-to-edge for a seamless, gallery-ready appearance. Ships protected in rigid tube packaging to ensure safe delivery and perfect condition upon arrival.
MADE IN USA: Our multi-step restoration process and quality control ensure each print meets professional standards. Every reproduction is individually inspected before shipping.
Additional Information
Photographed in 1876 during the United States Centennial Exposition in Philadelphia, this carte de visite portrait presents Old Abe, the celebrated bald eagle mascot of the 8th Wisconsin Volunteer Infantry Regiment. Named in honor of President Abraham Lincoln, the bird became one of the most famous animals in American military history.
Captured from a nest in northern Wisconsin by an Ojibwe hunter named Chief Sky in 1861, the young eagle was sold to soldiers of Company C for two dollars and fifty cents. Old Abe accompanied the regiment through more than thirty engagements, perching on a shield-shaped carrier as troops marched into battle across the Western Theater.
Confederate soldiers reportedly targeted the eagle with gunfire, considering him a rallying symbol for Union forces. After the war, Wisconsin housed Old Abe in the State Capitol building in Madison, where thousands visited the living veteran. He appeared at reunions, charity fundraisers, and political gatherings before dying in 1881 from smoke inhalation following a basement fire.
This reproduction offers a window into a remarkable chapter when a wild eagle inspired an entire regiment and became a beloved national icon of wartime courage. Treasured among the most significant Civil War animal photographs ever taken, it brings historic character to any office, study, or veteran's collection.
