John Henry Brown was a painter of portrait miniatures, living and working in Philadelphia. He had met Lincoln in August of 1860 when he was commissioned to paint Lincoln’s portrait for a supporter, but although Brown liked Lincoln personally, he did not agree with Republican policies.
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At Mr Buckleys childrens picture. The news from the South, looks like a determination on their part to secede from the Union, in consequence of Mr. Lincolns election on a sectional platform. The fears, entertained by many for the safety of the Union, before the election, seem now about to be realized. We were laughed at by the Republicans then, for expressing fears of disunion.
Citation: John Henry Brown (1818-1891), autograph journal/account book. Philadelphia, 1844-1890. AMs 574/14.1