Ca. 1891. Photo shows the Constitution at the Portsmouth Naval Yard in Kittery, Maine shortly after a barn-like structure was built over the ships’ spar deck after a period of preservation. Pictured on top of the structure is Storer Post No. 1, Grand Army of the Republic gathered to mark the 30th anniversary of the fall of Fort Sumter in 1861. Sight size: 8″ high x 9 1/2″ wide. In period Victorian frame measuring: 12″ high x 14″ wide. Good condition. Photo has light staining of left corner. Frame shows wear to gilded finish.
