James Ives Collection

Summer in the Highlands, 1867. Creators: Unknown, Nathaniel Currier, James Merritt Ives, Currier and Ives
Summer in the Highlands, 1867

The Snow Storm, c.1864. Creators: Unknown, Nathaniel Currier, James Merritt Ives, Currier and Ives
The Snow Storm, c.1864

Central Park in Winter, 1877-94. 1877-94. Creators: Nathaniel Currier
Central Park in Winter, 1877-94

The True Peace Commissioners, 1865. 1865. Creators: Nathaniel Currier
The True Peace Commissioners, 1865. Confederate leaders General Robert E. Lee and Jefferson Davis stand back-to-back under attack by Union officers Philip H. Sheridan, Ulysses S. Grant, David G

Nipped in the Ice, 1876-94. 1876-94. Creators: Nathaniel Currier, James Merritt Ives
Nipped in the Ice, 1876-94. Three-masted whaling ship caught on ice in the ocean

The Great Mississippi Steamboat Race-From New Orleans to St. Louis, July 1870-Between the R.E. Lee, Captain John W. Cannon and Natchez Captain Leathers-Won by the R.E

Moonlight on the Mississippi, 1872-74. 1872-74. Creators: Nathaniel Currier
Moonlight on the Mississippi, 1872-74. Paddlewheel steamship the Great Republic on the Mississippi River

The Rival Queens - Mary Queen of Scots Defying Queen Elizabeth, 1857-72. 1857-72
The Rival Queens - Mary Queen of Scots Defying Queen Elizabeth, 1857-72

The Inauguration of Washington as First President of the United States, April 30th 1789 - At the Old City Hall, New York - The oath of office was administered by Chancellor Livingston of the States

Washington Crossing the Delaware - Evening Previous to the Battle of Trenton, December 5th, 1776, 1857-71. Scene from the American Revolution

The First Meeting of Washington and Lafayette—Philadelphia, August 3rd, 1777, 1876
The First Meeting of Washington and Lafayette--Philadelphia, August 3rd, 1777, 1876

Why Don t You Take It?, 1861-64. 1861-64. Creators: Nathaniel Currier
Why Don t You Take It?, 1861-64. Political satires of American Civil War with Confederate leader Jefferson Davis, as a greyhound, cringing away from an aggressive bulldog, general Ulysses S. Grant

Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death!-Patrick Henry delivering his great speech on the Rights of the Colonies, before the Virginia Assembly, convened at Richmond, March 23rd, 1775

Trotting Cracks at the Forge, 1869. 1869. Creators: Nathaniel Currier
Trotting Cracks at the Forge, 1869. Grey Eagle behind Lady Thorn with Mountain Boy and groom in a farriers workshop

A Home in the Wilderness, 1870. 1870. Creators: Nathaniel Currier, James Merritt Ives
A Home in the Wilderness, 1870

The Fall of Richmond, Virginia, on the Night of April 2nd, 1865, 1865. 1865
The Fall of Richmond, Virginia, on the Night of April 2nd, 1865, 1865. Rebel soldiers and Richmond residents crossing the Mayo Bridge over the James River in the final days of the American Civil War

Pussys Return, 1874-78. 1874-78. Creators: Nathaniel Currier, James Merritt Ives
Pussys Return, 1874-78

Four-in-Hand, 1861. 1861. Creators: Nathaniel Currier, James Merritt Ives
Four-in-Hand, 1861

Bar Thuldys Statue: Liberty Frightenin de World, 1886. 1886
Bar Thuldys Statue: Liberty Frightenin de World, 1886. Caricatured image of an African American Statue of Liberty

New York Ferry Boat, ca. 1860-65. ca. 1860-65. Creators: Nathaniel Currier
New York Ferry Boat, ca. 1860-65

A Race on the Mississippi, 1870. 1870. Creators: Nathaniel Currier, James Merritt Ives
A Race on the Mississippi, 1870. Steamships, Eagle and Diana, race from left to right on the Mississippi River

The Electric Light, 1880. 1880. Creators: Nathaniel Currier, James Merritt Ives
The Electric Light, 1880. Thomas Edison stands in New Jersey and leans across the Hudson River joining hands with Charles F. Brush, who stands with one foot in Brooklyn the other in Manhattan

The Progress of the Century - The Lightning Steam Press. The Electric Telegraph. The Locomotive. The Steamboat. 1876

Terrific Combat Between the Monitor 2 Guns & Merrimac"
Terrific Combat Between the " Monitor" 2 Guns & " Merrimac" 11 Guns - In Hampton Roads March 9th, 1862 - In which the little " Monitor" whipped the " Merrimac"

Washington, Crossing the Delaware-On the Evening of Dec. 25th 1776, previous to the Battle of Trenton. 1876. During the American Revolution

Washington Taking Command of the American Army - At Cambridge, Massachusetts, July 3rd, 1775, 1876

The Tocsin of Liberty-Rung by the State House Bell, (Independence Hall) Philadelphia, July 4th, 1776, " Proclaim liberty throughout all the land

Moosehead Lake, Maine, 1857-72. 1857-72. Creators: Nathaniel Currier, James Merritt Ives
Moosehead Lake, Maine, 1857-72

Winter Morning in the Country, 1873. 1873. Creators: Nathaniel Currier
Winter Morning in the Country, 1873

Midnight Race on the Mississippi, 1875. 1875. Creators: Nathaniel Currier
Midnight Race on the Mississippi, 1875. The Memphis and James Howard steamboats, race from right to left on the Mississippi River

My Little White Kitties - Into Mischief, 1871. 1871. Creators: Nathaniel Currier
My Little White Kitties - Into Mischief, 1871

The Grand Display of Fireworks and Illuminations at the Opening of the Great Suspension Bridge between New York and Brooklyn on the Evening of May 24, 1883

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James Ives was a prominent figure in the art world during the late 19th century. He collaborated with Nathaniel Currier, creating iconic and timeless pieces that captured the essence of American history and culture. One such masterpiece is "Central Park in Winter, " painted between 1877-94. This enchanting scene depicts the park blanketed in snow, showcasing its serene beauty even amidst chilly temperatures. In another collaboration titled "The True Peace Commissioners" from 1865, Ives and Currier portrayed an important moment in American history. The artwork captures the negotiations between peace commissioners, symbolizing hope for a united nation after years of conflict. "Nipped in the Ice" is yet another remarkable creation by this talented duo. Painted between 1876-94, it showcases their ability to capture dramatic moments on canvas. This particular piece portrays a treacherous ice skating incident, highlighting both danger and resilience. "The Great Mississippi Steamboat Race" takes us back to July 1870 when steamboats raced from New Orleans to St. Louis. Through their artistry, Ives and Currier bring this thrilling event to life, allowing viewers to experience the excitement firsthand. "Moonlight on the Mississippi, " created between 1872-74, transports us into a dreamlike setting where moonbeams dance upon gentle waves. It showcases their mastery of capturing nature's ethereal beauty through paintbrush strokes. Their work also delved into historical events like "The Rival Queens - Mary Queen of Scots Defying Queen Elizabeth. " Created from 1857-72, this piece immortalizes an intense confrontation between two powerful women who shaped European history. Ives' talent extended beyond collaborations as seen in his solo works such as "Washington Crossing the Delaware. " This iconic painting depicts George Washington leading his troops across icy waters before triumphing at Trenton – a pivotal moment during America's fight for independence. Another significant piece is "The First Meeting of Washington and Lafayette.