The Presidents of the United States by Currier & Ives / SOLD

The Presidents of the United States by Currier & Ives - Inventory Number:  POL 370 / SOLD

Ovals of 11 Presidents, with George Washington at center and James Monroe to his left. Backgrounds of all ovals is a red drape. Dates of Presidency at top of each oval. Scene from the signing of the Declaration of Independence at center outlined in a laurel leaf garland.

The founding fathers and American heroes were glorified in prints created by Currier & Ives. Creating more than 600 portraits, pictures of popular personalities constituted one of the largest segments of the firm’s business. The most frequently depicted subjects were George Washington and Abraham Lincoln; however, group portraits, such as this one, were also widely collected.

This example is housed in its original wood frame with wavy bubble glass and wood backing, undisturbed by time.

Inventory Number:  POL 370 / SOLD