The collection of prints of the late George M. Diven
Published: 1910
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Notes: Sale code: 809.

Consisting mainly of rare Americana, including 25 Washington portraits, among which are the Edwin, Galland and Chevillet engravings; Washington crossing the Delaware, published by H. Phelps, the Campbell mezzotint in colors; 30 New York views; views of Boston [circa 1770]; Baltimore, Charleston, etc.; prints relating to the war of 1812, including scarce early naval combats, Death of Tecumseh, by Emmons; contemporary view of the capture of Washington City by the British; a view of the taking of Quebec, 1759; portraits, early American engravings, lithographs and aquatints.

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Lancour: 2632.

Lugt: 68266.

Place of auction: New York.