Channel: Auctions Auction Title: Fabulous Findings (Saturday session) Start Date: 8/23/2008 12PM Estimate: $500.00 - $750.00 USD Dealer: Le Chateau Gallery Contact: Le Chateau Gallery
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Description: Currier and Ives Antique Lithograph, “Scenery of the Upper Mississippi/An Indian Village”

This lithograph is an outstanding example of the many lithographs that are now collected from Currier and Ives. Very intricate detail, and outstanding hand-coloring make this an amazing picture that exhibits the excellent quality of work that C&I was deservingly celebrated for. This print is in very good condition, and the colors are excellent. The print is framed in an original, authentic antique wood frame with a wood back and is in excellent condition. The image size of the litho is 8” x 12.5”, with a total framed size of 12 x 16 3/8”. Scenery of the Upper Mississippi has a current list value of $450, according to George Cohenour, writer of Currier & Ives Lithographs Value Guide and is an excellent addition to any collection.

The firm of Currier & Ives, the most famous lithographers in America, was founded by Nathaniel Currier at 1 Wall Street in 1834. James Merrit Ives 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 Currier and Ives are highly sought after and very valuable, both for their historic and artistic value. Their value continues to increase daily, as does their following of collectors.

Status: For Sale	Reference#: CUR_L_1_08_16_12
Condition: EXCELLENT	Year: 0
Title: Scenery of the Upper Mississippi, by Currier

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