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Autumn by Currier & Ives Lithograph Print #2389567

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Autumn by Currier & Ives Lithograph Print #2389567
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Currier and Ives, ?Autumn? - Description
Currier and Ives, ?Autumn,? very old print
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Wonderfully detailed lithograph print by the Currier & Ives Company. This works shows all the novelty of the hand painting that Currier & Ives were so well known for. This portrait is done with master of human features and vignettes beautifully and naturally. The title of the work is shown below her in antique lettering. An exquisite silver/gold mix frame with black around the picture is used to accent and bring depth to this grand work. It is in beautiful condition and matches the work perfectly. Total size with frame is 16.5? x 20.5.? The unique matting and framing presentation of this piece was individually selected and created by Le Chateau?s renowned master framer, Jeanette Shoenrock, and bears her signature on the back.
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The firm of Currier & Ives, the most famous lithographers in America, was founded by Nathaniel Currier at 1 Wall Street in 1834. In 1852 Currier engaged as a bookkeeper James Merrit Ives, who had recently married into the family. An artist in his own right and with business acumen and a critical eye for technical perfection, it was not surprising he was made a partner in 1857. It was at this time that the now familiar term "Currier & Ives" came into being. The firm prospered until the deaths of Currier in 1888 and James Ives seven years later. Their sons headed the firm until 1907 when advances in lithography and uninspired management forced them to close. Works by ...
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<tr><td>Condition:Excellent</td></tr>
<tr><td>Year:19--</td></tr>


<tr><td>Height:16.5</td></tr>

<tr><td>Width:20.5</td></tr>

<tr><td>Title:Autumn by Currier & Ives Lithograph Print</td></tr>



<tr><td>Location:Grosse Pointe Park, MI 48230, USA</td></tr>
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