Description
The Western Farmers Home by Currier & Ives, published in 1871.
Lithographed and published by Currier & Ives at 152 Nassau St., New York. Image measures 12 3/8 x 8 1/2″. Hand-colored lithograph, printed on wove paper stock. Bright illustrations, a near fine example. Framed with white matte. (Conningham 6619)
Currier and Ives was a prominent American printmaking firm that operated from 1834 to 1907. They are best known for their lithographs, which depicted a wide range of subjects, including landscapes, historical scenes, portraits, and everyday life in 19th-century America. Their prints were widely popular and affordable, making them accessible to a broad audience. Some of the famous lithographs produced by Currier and Ives include: American Homestead Winter, Clipper Ship ‘Flying Cloud’, The Life of a Fireman, The Four Seasons of Life: Middle Age, and American Railroad Scene.
