Currier and Ives

Currier and Ives was a lithographic printmaking firm that operated in the United States from 1834 to 1907. Founded by Nathaniel Currier and James Merritt Ives, the company produced a wide range of popular prints, including landscapes, portraits, historical scenes, and genre scenes.Currier and Ives prints were notable for their high quality and affordability, and they became a ubiquitous feature of American homes and businesses in the 19th century. The firm's prints were particularly popular during the Civil War, when they produced a number of patriotic and sentimental images that captured the mood of the nation.Despite the advent of new printing technologies, Currier and Ives remained a popular and influential firm well into the 20th century, and their prints continue to be celebrated for their historical and artistic value..