New York: John I. Donlevy. Itaglio engraving. Uncolored. Sheet measures 22" x 17.75". This unusual intaglio engraving features a portrait of George Washington. The face of Washington is shown with a body of calligraphic ornaments. Engraved by John I. Donlevy, who was an intaglio chromographic and electrographic engraver, used his calligraphic and engraving skills to create this print using letters in various graphic styles. Includes an eagle with the American flag and laurel leaf at the top. In good condition..... More

Paris: L'Editeur, 1830. Two lithographs. Each measure 10" x 8". Two circular calendars showcasing the leadership and political greatness of General Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier Lafayette. His portrait is at the center of each calendar, one of which is a fictitious projection, showing him with white, long hair. Formatted as a symbolic composition, vignettes, depictions of armor and other illustrative flourishes decorate the calendar. Lunar phases and religious holidays are noted. Rare. Jean Georges Frey was..... More

London: James Stow, 1799. Engraving. 19.25" x 26.5". Shows one 1" repair at center bottom edge. In very good condition. Admiral in the Royal Navy and member of the House of Commons from 1774 to 1804. More

New York: D.T. Valentine, 1861. Lithograph. Measures 4 1/2" x 7 1/4" This fascinating view of Manhattan in the 19th century was printed in the 1861 edition of Valentine's Manuals. It shows cattle being herded into an enclosure, next door to the famous Bull's Head Tavern, originally opened in 1750 and later owned by Henry Astor. It served as a recruitment center during the Revolutionary war, and George Washington temporarily established headquarters at the tavern in November 1783. This print..... More