Currier and ives book 1942

More free images nathaniel currier was born 27 march 18 in massachusetts, son of nathaniel and hannah currier. Peters and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers. Currier and ives, printmakers to the american people by harry. Doubleday, doran and company, garden city, ny, 1942size. Thus the condition is key to these currier and ives printmakers to the american people. The great book of currier and ives america by walton h.

The prolific firm produced prints from paintings by fine artists as black and white lithographs that were hand colored. The corners are bumped and the rear cover has some minor discoloration. Original prints by currier and ives, americas printmakers. 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. Also in the history text is an overview of the company itself. Currier and ives, printmakers to the american people by. 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. Published by doubleday, doran, garden city, ny, no date, c. It contains more than three hundred illustrations in full. Printmakers to the american people hardcover january 1, 1942 by harry t peters author. Charles currier kept many of the original prints moldering under his porch.

Many reproductions are on thin paper andor glossy paper. The great book of currier and ives america tiny folio by walton rawls dec 1, 1991. Check out our currier ives book selection for the very best in unique or custom. 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. Lee drexler, new york citys expert appraiser, on lithographs you have and how to tell their value duration. This lovely oversized book is currier ives printmakers to the american people by harry peters and published by doubleday, doran co. A book that does not look new and has been read but is in excellent condition. Caslon monotype with handdrawn decorative initials. Peters used and in good condition shipping for this item will be 4. Find great deals on ebay for currier and ives book and currier and ives book 1952. Currier ives printmakers to the american people abebooks. Yhe book is in excellent condition with a neatly printed name and. A current listing of our inventory of original antique prints issued by nathaniel currier and currier and ives in the ninteenth century.

Currier and ives printmakers to the american people. Tait, george durrie, george catlin, eastman johnson and many more. History covers the two founders, including both currier brothers. Lithographic prints could be reproduced quickly and purchased. Tedesco and the book has been produced by zeesewilkinson company, inc. Peters author see all 2 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. See more ideas about currier and ives, art and winter scenes.

Printmakers to the american people harry t peters on. The original page that you get will not have the watermark. Both curriers and ivess sons followed their fathers in the business, which was eventually liquidated in 1907. Dec 18, 2012 more free images nathaniel currier was born 27 march 18 in massachusetts, son of nathaniel and hannah currier. For some of the following steps youll need a reference book. Good condition, recognizable images of sporting events, historical figures, and winter scenes are valuable. This edition is in 12pt caslon monotype, with handdrawn decorative initials, designed by a. A beautiful book of 192 plates of currier and ives work and their fascinating history. Many reproductions are on thin paper and or glossy paper. No obvious damage to the cover, with the dust jacket if applicable included for hard. Palmer, an artist whose work might never have stood the test of time or been. Also in the history text is an overview of the company itself, its affect on popular culture, and many of the key artists. This will typically sell higher in an antique shop, vintage book stores or private sale compared to an.