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This memoir by painter Francis Bicknell Carpenter includes observations he made during his time at the White House from February-July 1864, while painting Abraham Lincoln's portrait. We see him in this book of Mr, Carpenter’s to that advantage which perfect unaffectedness and sincerity can never lose. During the time that Mr. Carpenter was making studies for his picture of the President signing the Emancipation Proclamation, he was in daily contact with him,—saw him in consultation with his Cabinet, at play with his children, receiving office-seekers of all kinds, granting many favors to ...

In this captivating memoir, painter Francis Bicknell Carpenter shares his unique experiences during his time at the White House from February to July 1864 while he painted Abraham Lincolns portrait. Through Carpenters eyes, we witness the genuine humanity of Lincoln—his consultations with Cabinet members, playful moments with his children, and compassionate interactions with office-seekers and the less fortunate. Carpenters vivid accounts reveal a President who navigated the pressures of leadership with humor, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to justice, all while capturing the ...