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HISTORY BOOK, 1866. Incident in the War for the Union. Cover for a volume of John Spencers History of the United States. Engraving from a painting by Alonzo Chappel, 1866

NEW YORK: HOUSE RAISING. Raising a house on Grand Street (now Eldridge), New York City. Painting, 1810, by William P. Chappel

James Buchanan (Chappel)
JAMES BUCHANAN 15th president of the United States Date: 1791 - 1868

Franklin Pierce / Chappel
FRANKLIN PIERCE U.S. president Date: 1804 - 1869

Stephen Girard (Chappel)
STEPHEN GIRARD American statesman and philanthropist Date: 1750 - 1831

when a major general in the Continental Army. Steel engraving, American, 19th century, after Alonzo Chappel
MARQUIS de LAFAYETTE when a major general in the Continental Army. Steel engraving, American, 19th century, after Alonzo Chappel

(1732-1794). American Revolutionary statesman. Steel engraving, American, 1861, after a painting by Alonzo Chappel
RICHARD HENRY LEE (1732-1794). American Revolutionary statesman. Steel engraving, American, 1861, after a painting by Alonzo Chappel

The Battle of Monmouth, New Jersey, 28 June 1778. Steel engraving, American, 1859, after a painting by Alonzo Chappel
BATTLE OF MONMOUTH, 1778. The Battle of Monmouth, New Jersey, 28 June 1778. Steel engraving, American, 1859, after a painting by Alonzo Chappel

(1755-1804). American lawyer and statesman. Hamilton at Yorktown in 1781. Steel engraving, 1858
ALEXANDER HAMILTON (1755-1804). American lawyer and statesman. Hamilton at Yorktown in 1781. Steel engraving, 1858, after a painting by Alonzo Chappel

Maryland and Delaware Continentals retreating across Gowanus Creek after checking the British advance during the Battle
BATTLE OF LONG ISLAND, 1776. Maryland and Delaware Continentals retreating across Gowanus Creek after checking the British advance during the Battle of Long Island, 27 August 1776

American (Scottish-born) naval officer. Jones capturing the HMS Serapis, 23 September 1779
JOHN PAUL JONES (1747-1792). American (Scottish-born) naval officer. Jones capturing the HMS Serapis, 23 September 1779. Steel engraving, American, 19th century, after a painting by Alonzo Chappel

William Alexander, Lord Stirling, commanding American troops at the Battle of Long Island, 27 August 1776
BATTLE OF LONG ISLAND, 1776. William Alexander, Lord Stirling, commanding American troops at the Battle of Long Island, 27 August 1776. Line engraving after Alonzo Chappel, 19th century

Maryland and Delaware Continental soldiers retreating across Gowanus Creek after checking the British advance during
BATTLE OF LONG ISLAND, 1776. Maryland and Delaware Continental soldiers retreating across Gowanus Creek after checking the British advance during the Battle of Long Island, 27 August 1776

of Fort Ticonderoga on May 10, 1775. Steel engraving, 19th century, after Alonzo Chappel
ETHAN ALLENs CAPTURE of Fort Ticonderoga on May 10, 1775. Steel engraving, 19th century, after Alonzo Chappel

The retreat of the British from the Battle of Concord during the American Revolution, 19 April 1775
BATTLE OF CONCORD, 1775. The retreat of the British from the Battle of Concord during the American Revolution, 19 April 1775. Steel engraving, 1874, after Alonzo Chappel

7th President of the United States. Steel engraving, 19th century, after a painting by Alonzo Chappel
ANDREW JACKSON (1767-1845). 7th President of the United States. Steel engraving, 19th century, after a painting by Alonzo Chappel

BATTLE OF FREDERICKSBURG. Union Army troops building pontoon bridges on the Rappahannock River during the Civil War Battle of Fredericksburg, Virginia, 13 December 1862

BATTLE OF MONMOUTH, 1778. The Battle of Monmouth, New Jersey, 28 June 1778. Steel engraving, American, 1859, after a painting by Alonzo Chappel

AMERICAN SOLDIERS. American soldiers from various wars. Steel engraving for the cover of Battles of the United States by Sea and Land, by Henry Dawson and illustrated by Alonzo Chappel, 1860

AMERICAN SOLDIERS. Steel engraving for the cover of Battles of the United States by Sea and Land, by Henry Dawson and illustrated by Alonzo Chappel, 1858

BATTLE OF BALTIMORE, 1814. The death of British General Robert Ross at North Point, Maryland, while advancing on Baltimore, 12 September 1814, during the War of 1812

BATTLE OF THE THAMES. Death of Tecumseh at the Battle of the Thames during the War of 1812, 5 October 1813. Steel engraving, American, 1857, after Alonzo Chappel

JOHN CRITTENDEN (1787-1863). American statesman. Color engraving, American, 1863, after a painting by Alonzo Chappel

FRANCES SARGENT OSGOOD (1811-1850). American poet. Engraving from a painting by Alonzo Chappel, c1873

RICHARD HENRY LEE (1732-1794). American Revolutionary statesman. Steel engraving, American, 1861, after a painting by Alonzo Chappel

BATTLE OF CHURUBUSCO, 1847. American troops storm the bridgehead at the Battle of Churubusco, Mexico, during the Mexican-American War, 20 August 1847

FREDRIKA BREMER (1801-1865). Swedish novelist. Steel engraving, 19th century, after Alonzo Chappel

JOHN BRIGHT (1811-1889). English orator and statesman. Steel engraving, American, 1870, after Alonzo Chappel

MARTHA WASHINGTON (1732-1801). Mrs. George Washington. Steel engraving, American, 19th century, after a painting by Alonzo Chappel

JONATHAN TRUMBULL (1710-1785). American merchant and politician. Steel engraving, American, c1860, after a painting by Alonzo Chappel

DOLLEY PAYNE TODD MADISON (1768-1849). Wife of President James Madison. Steel engraving, American, 1872, after Alonzo Chappel

CHARLES XII AND STANISLAS I. The first meeting of Charles XII (1682-1718), King of Sweden (1697-1718), at left, and Stanislas I (1677-1766), King of Poland (1704-1709, 1733-1735)

DEWITT CLINTON (1769-1828). American lawyer and statesman. Line and stipple engraving, 1861, after Alonzo Chappel

WILLIAM HICKLING PRESCOTT (1796-1859). American historian. Steel engraving, American, 1861, after a painting by Alonzo Chappel

DOLLEY PAYNE TODD MADISON (1768-1849). Mrs. James Madison. Steel engraving, American, 1872, after Alonzo Chappel

WILLIAM I OF PRUSSIA and Emperor of Germany (1797-1888): colored engraving, 1870, after the painting by Alonzo Chappel

ALEXANDER II (1818-1881). Czar of Russia, 1855-1881. Steel engraving, 1871, after the painting by Alonzo Chappel

GEORGE GORDON BYRON (1788-1824). Sixth Baron Byron. English poet. Steel engraving, American, 1867, after a painting by Alonzo Chappel

LANDING OF COLUMBUS, 1492. The landing of Christopher Columbus in the New World, 12 October 1492. Steel engraving, American, 1858, after a painting by Alonzo Chappel

John Stark (Chappel)
JOHN STARK Irish-born American Revolutionary general Date: 1728 - 1822

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Benjamin Franklin, seated, with autograph. Hand-colored engraving of an 18th-century Chappel painting

David Porter (Chappel)
DAVID PORTER U. S. naval

George Clinton (Chappel)
GEORGE CLINTON American Revolutionary general and statesman, vice-president

Daniel Boone (Chappel)
DANIEL BOONE American pioneer

Rufus King (Chappel)
RUFUS KING American statesman and unsuccessful presidential candidate

Charles Wilkes (Chappel)
Charles Wilkes U.s. Naval

Lincoln (Chappel)
ABRAHAM LINCOLN U.S. President, clutching the Constitution of the United States

Robert Fulton / Chappel
ROBERT FULTON American engineer and inventor

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"Capturing History: Alonzo Chappel's Artistic Legacy" Step into the past through the vivid brushstrokes of Alonzo Chappel, a renowned 19th-century artist whose works immortalized significant events and figures. From the retreat of the British at Concord to Hamilton's triumph at Yorktown, Chappel's colored engravings transport us to pivotal moments in American history. In his steel engraving depicting Brigadier General John Stark leading American forces to victory in Bennington, Vermont, we witness the determination and bravery that shaped our nation. The intricate details bring this crucial battle to life, reminding us of those who fought for freedom. Chappel's artistic prowess extended beyond historical scenes; he also captured iconic literary characters like King Lear and his loyal Fool from Shakespeare's timeless tragedy. Through delicate lines and stipple engravings, Chappel breathed life into these beloved personas, allowing readers to visualize their complexities on paper. Not limited to military heroes or fictional characters alone, it also portrayed influential individuals such as John Adams and Andrew Johnson. With every stroke of his pen or brush, he conveyed their unique personalities and contributions to society. Venturing beyond portraiture and historical events, Chappel explored landscapes with equal finesse. His moonrise painting evokes a sense of tranquility as darkness gives way to gentle illumination. Meanwhile, pastoral scenes like "Cows Grazing" or "Landscape Cows" invite viewers into idyllic countryside settings where nature thrives undisturbed. Chappel even ventured abroad with his artistry by capturing Ambleteuse in France—a coastal town bathed in serene beauty that captivates both locals and visitors alike. His ability to transport us across borders demonstrates an artist unbound by geographical limitations. Alonzo Chappel left behind a rich artistic legacy that continues to inspire generations today.