Merritt Collection (#7)

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

WHALE FISHERY, LAYING ON. Lithograph, 1852, by Nathaniel Currier

ICE TRAPPED WHALERS. American Whalers Crushed in the Ice - Burning the Wrecks to Avoid Danger to Other Vessels. Undated lithograph by Currier & Ives

JEROME PARK HORSE RACE, 1873. American Jockey Club race at Jerome Park, New York City, with jockey Tom Bowling winning the two mile race for three year olds, 4 October 1873

CHATTANOOGA RAILROAD Lookout Mountain, Tennessee, and the Chattanooga Railroad: lithograph, 1866, by Currier & Ives

NEW YORK CRYSTAL PALACE. New York Crystal Palace: lithograph, 1853, by Currier & Ives

WOMENs RIGHTS CARTOON. The Age of Iron. Lithograph cartoon satire on the womens rights movement, 1869, by Currier & Ives

LIMITED EXPRESS, 1884. A Limited Express, Five Seconds for Refreshments! Lithograph cartoon, 1884, by Currier & Ives

RAILROADING: PRAIRIE FIRES. Prairie Fires of the Great West: lithograph, 1872, by Currier & Ives

BATTLE OF FORT WAGNER, 1863. The Gallant Charge of the Fifty-Fourth Massachussetts (Colored) Regiment at Fort Wagner during the American Civil War, 18 July 1863. Lithograph, 1863, by Currier & Ives

MONITOR AND MERRIMACK. The naval duel between the Union Monitor and the Confederate Merrimack at Hampton Roads, Virginia, 9 March 1862. Contemporary lithograph by Currier & Ives

BROADWAY, NYC, 1875. Lithograph by Currier & Ives, 1875

CHICAGO: FIRE, 1871. The Burning of Chicago. Lithograph, 1871, by Currier & Ives

BATTLE OF SPOTSYLVANIA. The Battle of Spotsylvania, Virginia, 12 May 1864. Lithograph, undated, by Currier & Ives

BATTLE: RESACA DE LA PALMA. The Battle of Resaca de la Palma, 9 May 1846: lithograph, 1846, by Nathaniel Currier

CLIPPER SHIP, 1875. Three Brothers. Lithograph by Currier & Ives

FOLK TRADITION, 1870. The Turn of the Tune. Lithograph, 1870, by Currier & Ives on the celebrated American folk dialogue and fiddle tune

EASY RICHES / THRIFT, 1875. Compared in an 1875 lithograph by Currier & Ives
EASY RICHES/THRIFT, 1875. Compared in an 1875 lithograph by Currier & Ives

NIGHT ON THE HUDSON, 1864. Through at Daylight. Lithograph, 1864, by Currier & Ives
NIGHT ON THE HUDSON, 1864. " Through at Daylight." Lithograph, 1864, by Currier & Ives

NEW YORK HARBOR, c1882. From the Brooklyn Bridge Tower: lithograph by Currier & Ives

NEW YORK CITY VIEW, 1849. View of New York City from Weehawken-North River: lithograph, 1849, by Nathaniel Currier

BLACKWELLs ISLAND, 1862. Blackwells Island, East River, New York. Lithograph, 1862, by Currier & Ives

HARLEM HIGH BRIDGE, 1849. The High Bridge over the Harlem River, New York. Lithograph, 1849, by Currier & Ives

STATEN ISLAND & NARROWS. Staten Island and the Narrows: lithograph, 1861, by Currier & Ives

CENTRAL PARK, NYC, 1869. Fashionable Turn-Outs in Central Park. Lithograph, 1869, by Currier & Ives
CENTRAL PARK, NYC, 1869. " Fashionable Turn-Outs in Central Park." Lithograph, 1869, by Currier & Ives

THE MORNING RIDE, 1859. Life in the Country--The Morning Ride. Lithograph, 1859, by Currier & Ives

UPPER & LOWER BAY OF NY. Upper and Lower Bay of New York: undated lithograph by Currier & Ives

SARAH BERNHARDT (1844-1923). In an undated lithograph by Currier & Ives

SUMMER SCENE IN NY HARBOR. Summer Scenes in New York Harbor. Lithograph, 1869, by Currier & Ives

CURRIER & IVES: CHILDREN. The New Brood. Undated (c1860) lithograph by Currier & Ives

AMERICAN FARM SCENE, 1853. American Farm Scenes--No. 1. Lithograph, 1853, by Nathaniel Currier

SUMMER COUNTRY LIFE, 1855. American Country Life--Summers Evening. Lithograph, 1855, by Nathaniel Currier

PREPARING FOR MARKET (C&I). Lithograph, 1856, by Nathaniel Currier

MISSISSIPPI STEAMBOAT 1870. On the Mississippi-Loading Cotton. Lithograph, 1870, by Currier & Ives

EMIGRANTS TO WEST, 1866. The Rocky Mountains- Emigrants Crossing the Plains. Lithograph, 1866, by Currier & Ives

COURSE OF EMPIRE, 1868. Across the Continent- Westward the Course of Empire Takes its Way : lithograph, 1868, by Currier & Ives

THROUGH TO THE PACIFIC. American railroading scene. Lithograph, 1870, by Currier & Ives

PRAIRIE LIFE, 1852. The Prairie Hunter: One Rubbed Out! Lithograph, 1852, by Nathaniel Currier
PRAIRIE LIFE, 1852. The Prairie Hunter: " One Rubbed Out!" Lithograph, 1852, by Nathaniel Currier

FRONTIERSMAN, 1856. The Last War-Whoop. Lithograph, 1856, by Nathaniel Currier

BUFFALO HUNT, 1862. Life on the Prairie: Buffalo Hunt. Lithograph, 1862, by Currier & Ives

THE EXPRESS TRAIN, c1849. Lithograph, by Nathaniel Currier

LIGHTNING EXPRESS, 1864. The Lightning Express Trains Leaving the Junction. Lithograph, 1864, by Currier & Ives

AMERICAN RAILWAY, 1876. An American Railway Scene, at Hornellsville, (New York), Erie Railway. Lithograph, 1876, by Currier & Ives

CURRIER: COUNTRY LIFE. American Country Life--October Afternoon. Lithograph, 1855, by Nathaniel Currier

CURRIER & IVES: CHILDHOOD. The Four Seasons of Life / Childhood (The Season of Joy)
CURRIER & IVES: CHILDHOOD. The Four Seasons of Life/Childhood (The Season of Joy). Lithograph, 1868, by Currier & Ives

MIDDLE AGE, 1868. The Four Seasons of Life / Middle Age (The Season of Strength). Lithograph, 1868, by Currier & Ives
MIDDLE AGE, 1868. The Four Seasons of Life/Middle Age (The Season of Strength). Lithograph, 1868, by Currier & Ives

CURRIER & IVES: ROWING CONTEST. The Great International Boat Race, August 27th, 1869. Contemporary lithograph by Currier & Ives, 1869

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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.