Early stereocard of the Soldier’s Monument in the National Cemetery in Gettysburg

This is another nice piece being offered, it is an early stereocard of the Soldier’s Monument in the National Cemetery in Gettysburg by Levi Mumper. It is the typical size of 7” x 3 ½”. The back is titled “Gettysburg Battlefield Views” and lists all of the cards available.

Levi Mumper (1843-1916) opened a photographic gallery in Gettysburg c.1864. His imprints generally read, "L. Mumper" or "Mumper & Co.". He moved to Littlestown, PA in 1869, returning to his former Gettysburg studio in 1874. Most of Levi's battlefield scenes appear to have been taken beginning in the mid-1870s. He sold the photographic business to his son Jacob Ira Mumper (1867-1923) c.1895. Jacob continued the business, using a predominant imprint of "J.I. Mumper", until 1911, when it was taken over by Jacob's brother Clyde (1879-1967). Clyde and another brother, John A. (1874-1957) operated the business until it was closed in 1948, using the major imprint "Mumper Studios".

The Soldiers National Monument is south of Gettysburg in the National Cemetery. It stands near the location where Lincoln delivered the Gettysburg Address. The cornerstone of the monument was laid on July 4, 1865, and it was finished and dedicated on July 1, 1869.

The Soldiers National Monument is a monument to sorrow. Marble statues around the base of the monument represent History, War, Peace and Plenty. The figure of the Genius of Liberty stands on top of the monument. She holds a sword in one hand and the wreath of peace in the other, representing the constant struggle for freedom. The monument was designed by J. G. Batterson and carved by sculptor Randolph Rogers. Overall a very nice stereocard with clear images.