In 1872, Mary Todd Lincoln (1818-1882) visited the photography studio of one William H. Mumler (1832-1884), who claimed to be able to capture images of deceased loved ones on film. A byproduct of Mrs. Lincoln's spiritualist beliefs, the photograph that today's story centers around offers us a glimpse at the strange practices which Civil War-era Americans would resort to in their efforts to find comfort and solace in the wake of death and tragedy.&nbsp;</p><p>Today's Image: William H. Mumler, “<em>Mary Todd Lincoln,</em>” (1872). Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection, Allen County Public Library. Fort Wayne, Indiana.</p><p>New episodes every other Friday. Let's keep in touch!</p><p>Email: artofhistorypod@gmail.com</p><p>Instagram: @artofhistorypodcast</p><p>Twitter: @ArtHistoricPod</p><p>TikTok: @matta_of_fact</p>--- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/amanda-matta/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/amanda-matta/support</a>