JOHN G. TYLER “Victorious Volunteer” L. Prang & Co 1887 Chromolitho Gold Frame
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JOHN G. TYLER “Victorious Volunteer” L. Prang & Co 1887 Chromolitho Gold Frame - RARE COLLECTIBLE in Good Condition, Matted Framed See Photos - Measures 28 1/2" W x 22 1/2" H ... Painted by J. G. Tyler. Copyright 1887 by L. Prang & Co. Boston. The title continues with "between the American Sloop Volunteer and the Scotch Cutter Thistle. Distance sailed 20 miles to windward and return. Volunteer wins by 11 minutes 49 1/4 seconds corrected time". Two tables in the title margin give the dimensions for each of the yachts.
This print is in the: THE MIRIAM AND IRA D. WALLACH DIVISION OF ART, PRINTS AND PHOTOGRAPHS: PRINT COLLECTION, NYC Public Library
John G. Tyler's "Victorious Volunteer," a chromolithograph produced by L. Prang & Co. 1 in 1887, is a striking example of late 19th-century American patriotic imagery. The work depicts a uniformed soldier, likely representing a Civil War veteran, standing proudly with a flag, embodying the spirit of valor and national unity. The chromolithography process, perfected by Prang, allowed for the creation of vivid and detailed color prints, making such images widely accessible to the public. The presence of a gold frame further enhances the image's significance, elevating it as a cherished and respectable piece of home decor. This piece serves as a visual testament to the era's fascination with military heroism and the enduring legacy of the Civil War, reflecting a desire to commemorate and honor the sacrifices made by soldiers.
