Currier and ives book 1942

Printmakers to the american people hardcover january 1, 1942 by harry t peters author. It contains more than three hundred illustrations in full. More free images nathaniel currier was born 27 march 18 in massachusetts, son of nathaniel and hannah currier. Currier and ives, printmakers to the american people by. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. See more ideas about currier and ives, art and winter scenes. Currier and ives, printmakers to the american people by harry t. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers. Palmer, an artist whose work might never have stood the test of time or been.

Lee drexler, new york citys expert appraiser, on lithographs you have and how to tell their value duration. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. The prolific firm produced prints from paintings by fine artists as black and white lithographs that were hand colored. Thus the condition is key to these currier and ives printmakers to the american people. This edition is in 12pt caslon monotype, with handdrawn decorative initials, designed by a. Currier and ives was a successful american printmaking firm based in new york city from 1835 to 1907 headed first by nathaniel currier, and later jointly with his partner james merritt ives. A current listing of our inventory of original antique prints issued by nathaniel currier and currier and ives in the ninteenth century. Check out our currier ives book selection for the very best in unique or custom. The great book of currier and ives america by walton h. Charles currier kept many of the original prints moldering under his porch. The great book of currier and ives america tiny folio by walton rawls dec 1, 1991. The original page that you get will not have the watermark. Printmakers to the american people harry t peters on. No obvious damage to the cover, with the dust jacket if applicable included for hard.

There are over 1500 of these 1942 editions in libraries worldwide and the markets show 254 available on the international book market as we speak. A book that does not look new and has been read but is in excellent condition. Doubleday, doran and company, garden city, ny, 1942size. Tait, george durrie, george catlin, eastman johnson and many more. The book is produced by zeesewilksinon company, inc. Many reproductions are on thin paper and or glossy paper. Caslon monotype with handdrawn decorative initials. Original prints by currier and ives, americas printmakers. This lovely oversized book is currier ives printmakers to the american people by harry peters and published by. Tedesco and the book has been produced by zeesewilkinson company, inc. The corners are bumped and the rear cover has some minor discoloration. Good condition, recognizable images of sporting events, historical figures, and winter scenes are valuable.

Rouben mamoulian collection library of congress shows how currier and ives produced and distributed inexpensive colored prints that recorded the news of their times and how their choice and treatment of subjects appealed to and reflected the. Also in the history text is an overview of the company itself, its affect on popular culture, and many of the key artists. Many reproductions are on thin paper andor glossy paper. This lovely oversized book is currier ives printmakers to the american people by harry peters and published by doubleday, doran co. Currier and ives printmakers to the american peopleartist. Peters used and in good condition shipping for this item will be 4.

Currier and ives printmakers to the american people. For some of the following steps youll need a reference book. Currier and ives, printmakers to the american people by harry. Peters author see all 2 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. The front cover has an illustration of a snow sleigh with decorative cover. Dec 18, 2012 more free images nathaniel currier was born 27 march 18 in massachusetts, son of nathaniel and hannah currier. This will typically sell higher in an antique shop, vintage book stores or private sale compared to an.

Find great deals on ebay for currier and ives book and currier and ives book 1952. Currier ives printmakers to the american people abebooks. Also in the history text is an overview of the company itself. Peters and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Both curriers and ivess sons followed their fathers in the business, which was eventually liquidated in 1907. History covers the two founders, including both currier brothers. Published by doubleday, doran, garden city, ny, no date, c. Yhe book is in excellent condition with a neatly printed name and. Lithographic prints could be reproduced quickly and purchased. A beautiful book of 192 plates of currier and ives work and their fascinating history.