Posts Tagged: b&w


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Aug 09

Color Print – George Washington in Trenton, NJ – Jerseyana – 17” x 13”

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18a

Wooden frame with some water damage (flaking) on the bottom and top left.

I don’t even know where to start, because I love this so much I nearly kept it for myself instead of posting it here. The text on the bottom reads: “WASHINGTON’S RECEPTION BY THE LADIES, ON PASSING THE BRIDGE AT TRENTON, N.J. 1789. ON HIS WAY TO NEW YORK TO BE INAUGURATED FIRST PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES.”

For reasons beyond my comprehension, only selected portions of this print were colorized – the ladies’ flowers, the future President’s jacket and saddle, and of course, the American flag. I’m still dumbstruck. I think this speaks for itself. (It whispers to me, it says… “I am TOTALLY RAD.” Thanks, talking print.) Perfect for anyone with a little bit of state pride, an interest in history, or love of the ladies. Anyone I missed? $39.99


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Jul 09

Framed B&W Print – 19th Century Couple Kissing By The Hearth – French – 13” x 10”

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Gilded frame with some chipping, print yellowed, dirt beneath glass but can be cleaned.

A lovely French print of a couple in 19th century garb kissing while a woman tends to the fireplace. Main text beneath the print reads “L’ORAISON DE SAINT-JULIEN.” (The Prayer of Saint Julian) Sure to raise the temperature wherever you hang it! The print itself is in good condition with some yellowing, however a few pieces of dirt and a thin sliver of wood have gotten beneath the glass. $11.99