John A Kouwenhoven Collection

The Cuban insurrectionistss meeting in their headquarters, on the corner of Rector Street and Broa Artist
The Cuban insurrectionistss meeting in their headquarters, on the corner of Rector Street and Broadway, c1868, (1938). From Adventures of America 1857-1900, by John A

Munitions Factory, Bridgeport, Connecticut, c1870s. Artist: Theodore R Davis
Munitions Factory, Bridgeport, Connecticut, c1870s. Machines speeded up production after the Civil War. Illustration from Adventures of America, 1857-1900, by John A Kouwenhoven

Role of Women in the War, 1861, (1938). Most of the women of the country, North and South, turned courageously to the tasks left by the men who had gone to fight

Coaches to resorts and hotels, c1859, (1938). Those who chose to avoid the elegance and formality of Newport and the great hotels at Saratoga (where $1, 500, 000 was spent annually)

Police Cartoon in the Weekly, c1859, (1938). From Adventures of America 1857-1900, by John A. Kouwenhoven. [Harper & Brothers Publishers, New York and London, 1938]

The School for Scandal on opening night, January 4th, c1882, (1938). Artist: C Graham
The School for Scandal on opening night, January 4th, c1882, (1938). In 1882, Lester Wallack moved his company uptown to a new theatre.The picture represents the theater during the screen scene

Alexander Graham Bell and assistant use an electrical detector to find a bullet in the torso of ail Artist: W Shinkle
Alexander Graham Bell and assistant use an electrical detector to find a bullet in the torso of ailing US President James Garfield, 1881, c1882, (1938)

Wall Street, New York City, 1866, (1938). From Harpers Weekly Magazine, June 23, 1866. From Adventures of America 1857-1900, by John A

Electricity In The Art Of Healing, 1881. Artist: W Shinkle
Electricity In The Art Of Healing, 1881. US President James Garfield has medical attention from an electrical detector. Illustration from Adventures of America, 1857-1900, by John A Kouwenhoven

Reproducing Speech, 1878. Artist: C A Keetels
Reproducing Speech, 1878. Demonstration of the Edison phonograph in New York. Illustration from Adventures of America, 1857-1900, by John A Kouwenhoven, published by Harper & Brothers, (New York)

The Travelling Circus, c1870s. Artist: Frenzeny and Tavernier
The Travelling Circus, c1870s. Up until the 1870s, the circus travelled in wagons. Illustration from Adventures of America, 1857-1900, by John A Kouwenhoven, published by Harper & Brothers

Palace Hotel Car, Union Pacific Railroad, c1870. Artist: A R Ward
Palace Hotel Car, Union Pacific Railroad, c1870. A black waiter serves customers on board a train. Illustration from Adventures of America, 1857-1900, by John A Kouwenhoven

Wall Street, New York, 1869. Wall Street markets crash on Black Friday, 1869. Illustration from Adventures of America, 1857-1900, by John A Kouwenhoven, published by Harper & Brothers, (New York)

Turpentine Distillery, North Carolina, 1870. Artist: Edwin Austin Abbey
Turpentine Distillery, North Carolina, 1870. By 1870 there were 147 turpentine distilleries in North Carolina, USA. Illustration from Adventures of America, 1857-1900, by John A Kouwenhoven

Mrs Lincoln, c1860s. Artist: Brady
Mrs Lincoln, c1860s. The wife of President Abraham Lincoln shows one of her gowns on a trip to New York. Illustration from Adventures of America, 1857-1900, by John A Kouwenhoven

Gun Turret Aboard USS Passaic, c1860s. Twin barrel gun designed by Captain John Ericsson. Illustration from Adventures of America, 1857-1900, by John A Kouwenhoven, published by Harper & Brothers

The Loading Of The Atlantic And Baltic Boats, c1860s. Soldiers and supplies sailing from New York. Illustration from Adventures of America, 1857-1900, by John A Kouwenhoven

Professor Lowes Balloon, c1859. Steamboat-powered airship for transatlantic flights. Illustration from Adventures of America, 1857-1900, by John A Kouwenhoven, published by Harper & Brothers

The Atlantic Telegraph Cable, Parade, c1858. Celebrating the telegraph cable that crossed the Atlantic Ocean. Illustration from Adventures of America, 1857-1900, by John A Kouwenhoven

Military Academy, The Hop, Cozzens Hotel, 1859. Artist: Winslow Homer
Military Academy, The Hop, Cozzens Hotel, 1859. Illustration from Adventures of America, 1857-1900, by John A Kouwenhoven, published by Harper & Brothers, (New York, London, 1938)

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"John A. Kouwenhoven: Capturing the Essence of American History through Art" Step into the world of John A. Kouwenhoven, a renowned artist who skillfully depicted pivotal moments in American history. Through his brushstrokes and attention to detail, he transported viewers back in time to witness significant events that shaped the nation. In one painting, we find ourselves amidst the Cuban insurrectionists as they gather in their headquarters on the corner of Rector Street and Broadway. The atmosphere is charged with anticipation and determination as these rebels plan their next move against Spanish rule. Another masterpiece portrays three men and a woman hanging for their involvement in the assassination of President Lincoln. The somber scene serves as a reminder of the immense loss suffered by a grieving nation during this tragic period in history. Kouwenhoven's talent also shines through his depiction of Nathaniel Gordon's execution, held within New York's notorious Tombs prison. This haunting image captures both the brutality of slavery and society's evolving stance on human rights during this tumultuous era. Moving southward, we enter Robert W Barnwell's mansion in Beaufort, North Carolina, circa 1860. Here we witness an opulent setting where influential figures discuss matters that would soon lead to conflict between North and South - a glimpse into pre-Civil War tensions. The role women played during wartime takes center stage in another captivating piece by Kouwenhoven. We see courageous women stepping up to fill various roles left vacant by men at war – nurses tending wounded soldiers or taking charge on home fronts across America. Even William Lloyd Garrison attempting to hold a John Brown anniversary meeting amidst controversy finds its place among Kouwenhoven's collection – capturing not only historical events but also societal divisions prevalent during those times. Transporting us further back into history are scenes depicting coaches en route to resorts and hotels around 1859 – showcasing how travel and leisure evolved during the mid-19th century.