18571907 Collection
"1857-1907
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"1857-1907: A Journey Through History in Drawings and Prints" Step into the world of 1857-1907 through captivating drawings and prints that depict significant moments in American history. In one print, we witness the Tocsin of Liberty-Rung at Independence Hall, Philadelphia, a symbol of freedom echoing across the state. Another drawing takes us back to August 3rd for the first meeting between Washington and Lafayette in Philadelphia. Prepare yourself for a thrilling experience as you explore a terrific combat scene between the Monitor and Merrimac, two mighty guns battling it out on the open sea. In another print, we see Mary Queen of Scots defying Elizabeth I - an intense rivalry captured by a talented artist. The lithographer's skill shines through as steamboats pass through midnight on Long Island Sound. The same lithographer brings us Washington taking command of the American Army in Cambridge, Massachusetts - a pivotal moment in our nation's history. Witness George Washington's inauguration as he becomes the first President of the United States; this monumental event is immortalized in an exquisite print. And don't miss out on experiencing the excitement of midnight races along Mississippi River with lithographs published by renowned artists like Currier & Ives. Marvel at scenes like "Nipped Ice, " where ice-skaters glide gracefully over frozen rivers captured by skilled hands. Get ready for heart-pounding action as you delve into great Mississippi steamboat races from New Orleans to St. Louis - an adrenaline-filled spectacle. Finally, immerse yourself in moonlit beauty with stunning prints depicting serene nights along the majestic Mississippi River created by talented artists and expert lithographers. Join us on this visual journey through time as these drawings and prints bring history alive before your eyes.