The Hampton L. Carson Collection of Engraved Portraits, Vol. 3: Of Signers of the Declaration of Independence, Presidents and Members of the ... Views of Independence Hall (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Hampton L. Carson

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ISBN 10: 0365422363 ISBN 13: 9780365422365

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2019

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Explore a rich archive of early American portraiture and history.

This collection gathers engraved portraits, views, and biographical pieces that illuminate the nation’s leaders, signers, and revolutionary figures. The book offers a window into a 19th‑century passion for rare prints and high craftsmanship, framed by careful grouping of subjects and eras.

Spanning signers of the Declaration of Independence, presidents and members of the Continental Congress, and officers of the American Revolutionary War, it also features views of Independence Hall and related sites. The contents are presented with abundant detail about the engravings, the artists, and the historical context in which these portraits circulated. The edition invites collectors and enthusiasts to compare styles, formats, and publishing histories across a broad spectrum of portraits and prints.

Extensive catalogs of engraved portraits, with notes on size, technique, and engravers
Sections on key groups: signers, presidents, Congress members, and Revolutionary War officers
Views and images of Independence Hall and the homes of signers

Ideal for readers with an interest in American history, portraiture, and the art of book illustration.

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