Rev. Edward Mitchell
New York: Peter Maverick, 1820.
Print. Engraving. Image measures 8 1/2" x 7"
Finely engraved portrait of Reverend Edward Mitchell (1769-1834), a printer and minister born in Ireland and based in New York. He published several religious texts -- including hymn books, sermons, and pamphlets -- for the Society of United Christian Friends. This print was engraved by Peter Maverick after a painting by Waldo & Jewett, a portrait studio led by American painters Samuel Lovett Waldo and William Jewett. In very good condition, with overall toning and wear to margins.
Peter Maverick (1780-1831) was a prominent 19th century engraver based in New York and Newark. He was the son of Peter Rushton Maverick (1755-1811), also an engraver and print-maker, and began working with his father at the age of 9. He is best known for engraving several important maps of New York City, including the Commissioner's Plan of 1811.
Language: English
Price: $350.00
Item #309624