JOSEPH J. GOULD, JR. (1880-1935) LIPPINCOTT'S JULY. 1896. 18 3/4x14 1/2 inches, 47 1/2x36 3/4 cm. J.B. Lippincott Co., Philadelphia. Condition B+ / A-: repaired tears and restoration along vertical and horizontal folds. Hinged to mat at top edge. Paper. Matted and framed. This emancipated biker's stark white shirt against the deep blue background, beneath red lettering, suggests a patriotic theme for July 4th, which had been officially established as a holiday by Congress in 1870. Kiehl 83, DFP-I 250, Met 1984.1202.43.
