Merritt Collection (#6)

PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN, 1848. Zachary Taylor and Millard Fillmore as the Whig candidates for President and Vice President on an 1848 campaign poster by Nathaniel Currier

PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN, 1856. American cartoon by Nathaniel Currier showing the nag-drawn carriage of Republican candidate John C

ZACHARY TAYLOR (1784-1850). Twelfth President of the United States. Lithograph campaign poster, 1848, by Nathaniel Currier

BATTLE OF NEW ORLEANS. British forces thwarted in their advance on American positions at the Battle of New Orleans, 8 January 1815. Wood engraving, English, 1853, after a painting by Merritt

BATTLE OF NEW ORLEANS, 1815. British forces thwarted in their advance on American positions at the Battle of New Orleans, 8 January 1815. Wood engraving, English, 1853, after a painting by Merritt

WESLEY MERRITT (1834-1910). American army officer. Major General Merritt on the bridge of the USS Newport prior to sailing for Manila as commander of the first Phillippine expedition in 1898

Union Cavalry leaders & raiders: Averill, Kilpatrick, Rauls, Gregg, Sheridan, Custer, Streight, Grierson, Wilson, Stoneman, Merritt, and Torbert. Date between 1860 and 1870

Lake Merritt, Oakland, California. Date between 1898 and 1905

VIEW OF PHILADELPHIA. Birds eye view of Philadelphia. The Delaware River is at the top and the Schuylkill Riveris near the bottom. Lithograph published, 1875, by Currier & Ives

VIEW OF NEW YORK, 1876. Bird s-eye view of New York and parts of Brooklyn. Brooklyn Bridge, shown under construction in 1876, when this lithograph was published by Currier & Ives

VIEW OF SAN FRANCISCO, 1878. Bird s-eye view of San Francisco from the Bay. Lithograph, 1878, by Currier & Ives

U. S. BATTLESHIP MAINE 1898. The U. S. Battleship Maine: lithograph, 1898, by Currier & Ives
U.S. BATTLESHIP MAINE 1898. The U.S. Battleship Maine: lithograph, 1898, by Currier & Ives

CHASE: BREAKFAST, 1888. William Merritt Chase: The Open Air Breakfast. Oil on canvas, c1888

CHASE: FAIRY TALE, 1892. William Merritt Chase: The Fairy Tale. Oil on canvas, 1892

C&I: TROLLING, 1866. Trolling for Bluefish: lithograph, 1866, by Currier & Ives

CLIPPER YACHT AMERICA. Of New York. Lithograph, n. d. by Nathaniel Currier
CLIPPER YACHT AMERICA. Of New York. Lithograph, n.d. by Nathaniel Currier

WILLIAM MERRITT CHASE (1849-1916). American painter. Drawing, 1891, by William Thomas Smedley

NY YACHT CLUB REGATTA, 1869. Lithograph, 1869, by Currier & Ives

C&I: VOLUNTEER, 1887. Lithograph by Currier & Ives

CHASE: PARK, 1888. William Merritt Chase: The Park. Oil on canvas, c1888

SHAKERS MEETING, c1840. Shakers at New Lebanon, New York. Lithograph, c1840 by Nathaniel Currier

ADAM AND EVE driven out of Paradise: lithograph, c. 1850, by Nathaniel Currier

GOLD RUSH CARTOON, 1849. A device that will enable persons afflicted with the Gold Rush fever to reach California in record time: lithograph by Nathaniel Currier

GREAT BARTHOLDI STATUE. The Great Bartholdi Statue, Liberty Enlightening the World. lithograph, 1885, by Currier & Ives

GEORGE ARMSTRONG CUSTER (1839-1876). American army officer. Custers Last Charge: lithograph, 1876, by Currier & Ives

CURRIER & IVES: DOG, 1866. Pointing a Bevy. Lithograph by Currier & Ives

THE SEASON OF LOVE. Lithograph, 1868, by Currier & Ives

CURRIER: FOX CHASE / GONE AWAY. Lithograph, 1846, by Nathaniel Currier
CURRIER: FOX CHASE/GONE AWAY. Lithograph, 1846, by Nathaniel Currier

CURRIER: MARRIAGE, 1848. The Young Housekeepers / A Year After Marriage. Lithograph, 1848, by Nathaniel Currier
CURRIER: MARRIAGE, 1848. The Young Housekeepers/A Year After Marriage. Lithograph, 1848, by Nathaniel Currier

IRVINGs HOME: SUNNYSIDE. Sunnyside, the home of Washington Irving at Tarrytown, New York. Lithograph, c1860, by Currier & Ives

CURRIER: THE MARRIAGE. Lithograph by Nathaniel Currier, 1847

CLIPPER SHIP COMET, 1855. Of New York, in a hurricane off Bermuda: lithograph by Nathaniel Currier

LOVERS RECONCILIATION. Lithograph, 1846, by Nathaniel Currier

LOVERS QUARREL, 1846. Lithograph by Nathaniel Currier

PENNs TREATY. William Penns treaty with the Native Americans, 1682. Lithograph, n. d. by Nathaniel Currier
PENNs TREATY. William Penns treaty with the Native Americans, 1682. Lithograph, n.d. by Nathaniel Currier

THE VILLAGE BLACKSMITH. Lithograph, 1864, by Currier & Ives

AMERICAN JOCKEYS, 1889. Celebrated winning horses and jockeys of the American turf. Lithograph by Currier and Ives, 1889

EARLY WINTER, 1869. Lithograph, 1869, by Currier & Ives

WINTER PASTIME, 1870. Lithograph, 1870, by Currier & Ives

C&I: WINTER SPORTS, 1855. American Winter Sports - Deer Shooting On the Shattagee : lithograph, 1855, by Nathaniel Currier

CURRIER & IVES WINTER SCENE. Trotting Cracks on the Snow : lithograph, 1858, by Currier & Ives
CURRIER & IVES WINTER SCENE. " Trotting Cracks on the Snow" : lithograph, 1858, by Currier & Ives

C&I: THE AMBUSCADE. Lithograph, undated, by Currier & Ives

CIVIL WAR: GETTYSBURG, 1863. Lithograph by Currier & Ives

CIVIL WAR: FORT SUMTER. The Confederate battery at Fort Moultrie firing on Fort Sumter in Charleston Harbor on April 12-13, 1861. Contemporary lithograph by Currier & Ives

READING THE SCRIPTURES. Undated lithograph by Nathaniel Currier

TROTTING CRACKS. Trotting Cracks at the Forge. Lithograph, 1869, by Currier & Ives

C&I: FISHING. Black Bass Spearing on the Restigouche, New Brunswick: lithograph, n. d. by Currier & Ives
C&I: FISHING. Black Bass Spearing on the Restigouche, New Brunswick: lithograph, n.d. by Currier & Ives

WOMANs HOLY WAR, 1874. Grand Charge on the Enemys Works. Temperance lithograph, 1874, by Currier & Ives

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"Merritt: A Journey Through Time and Art" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating world of Merritt. From thrilling steamboat races to historic speeches, this name holds a rich tapestry of stories. In 1870, the Great Mississippi Steamboat Race took place between the Robert E. Lee and the Natchez. The Robert E. Lee emerged victorious after an intense journey from New Orleans to St. Louis, conquering the mighty river in just 3 days, 18 hours, and 14 minutes. The talented artist Nathaniel Currier brings us "The Favorite Cat, " a delightful lithograph that captures feline charm with intricate detail and undeniable appeal. Anna Lea Merritt's masterpiece "Love Locked Out" transports us to a realm where love knows no boundaries or limitations. This enchanting artwork evokes emotions that transcend time itself. In 1872, history was made as we witnessed the first colored Senators and Representatives take their seats in Congress during the 41st session – a significant milestone on America's path towards equality. Currier & Ives once again captivate our imagination with "Home to Thanksgiving. " This heartwarming lithograph depicts families reuniting for this cherished holiday, reminding us of the importance of gratitude and unity. Patrick Henry's impassioned plea for liberty echoes through generations as depicted in Currier & Ives' powerful lithograph from 1876. His words still resonate today – "Give me liberty or give me death. " Through torchlight illuminating its path, we explore Louisiana's bayous aboard a steamboat in Currier & Ives' mesmerizing lithograph from c1865 – an adventure filled with mystery and wonder. From high above Washington D. C. , we gaze upon its majestic beauty captured by an artist unknown but admired nonetheless. The bird's-eye view showcases this iconic city nestled along the Potomac River.