1860 "The Courtship of Washington" Engraving by John C. McRae — Framed

Updated at 9:20 pm: This has been sold.

A sentimental image of George Washington courting Martha, issued by New York publisher, John C. McRae in 1860.

Here he engraved the scene of Martha Custis sitting with her two children, Martha and John Parke Custis.

"The Courtship of Washington" is considered one of McRae's most well-known works, showcasing his talent for line and stipple engraving techniques. The sentimental image provides a glimpse into the personal life of George Washington before he became a Revolutionary War hero and the nation's first president.

In a solid wood frame.

A note on condition: The buyer might consider having this conserved, which would involve reframing it and treatment to remove some of the darkening in the engraving. I sometimes invest in conservation, reframing, and non-glare, UV-protecting acrylic for glazing, but that would raise the price by at least $500. It is very possible to get this, hang it, and enjoy it as is, and now more buyers have that option, as well as the option to invest in conservation now or later.

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Frame size: 23.5" x 29.5"