Congressman and senator from New Hampshire (1824–1889) who helped to merge the Know-Nothings, Whigs, and antislavery Democrats into the Republican Party. Original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite portrait of Rollins, signed at the bottom in black ink, “E. H. Rollins, New Hampshire.” Published by Kimball & Sons of Concord, New Hampshire. In fine condition, with trivially clipped corner tips. RR Auction COA.
