$1,500
after geo f. fuller (1822-1884), published by m. knoedler, new york; goupil & co., london and paris A Steamboat Race on the Mississippi (between the Baltic & Diana). New York, 1859. Lithograph with hand-coloring. Framed and matted. A common event in the 19th century, steamboat races were celebrated with published illustrations documenting the events. This work differs from others by Currier & Ives as raftsmen are depicted on the sidelines cheering for the boats. Townspeople would often watch and gamble on the races as a form of entertainment. Sight: 21 x 28 1/2 inches. Property from a Private Collector, St. Louis, Missouri Provenance: Acquired by the present owner from Louis Daniel Brodsky, St. Louis, Missouri Contact us for a full condition report and additional photographs.
Auctioneer:
Leslie Hindman Auctioneers
Date:
2017-04-07