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Lincoln on the White House balcony, March 6, 1865. This is the last known high-quality photograph of Lincoln.
The last known photograph of President Lincoln alive. Taken on the balcony at the White House, March 6, 1865. 1 photographic print : albumen ; photo ca. 11 × 14 in. on mount 20 × 24 in.
From the Library of Congress
There seems to be some controversy regarding which photo was Mr Lincoln's last. The one I always believed was the one taken in April of 65, was used for a painting of the president, which was actually done in Feb. of 65.
Many experts now seem to think this was his last, taken by Henry F. Warren.