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RACE ON MISSISSIPPI, 1860. A Midnight Race on the Mississippi River. Lithograph, 1860, by Currier & Ives


RACE ON MISSISSIPPI, 1860. A Midnight Race on the Mississippi River. Lithograph, 1860, by Currier & Ives


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RACE ON MISSISSIPPI, 1860. A Midnight Race on the Mississippi River. Lithograph, 1860, by Currier & Ives

RACE ON MISSISSIPPI, 1860.
A Midnight Race on the Mississippi River. Lithograph, 1860, by Currier & Ives

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1860 Antebellum Astronomy Currier Full Moon Ives Merritt Midnight Mississippi River Moon Light Natchez Nathaniel Race River Boat South East Steam Steam Boat


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Race on Mississippi, 1860 - A Midnight Journey through Time

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Step back in time with this lithograph print by Currier & Ives titled "Race on Mississippi, 1860. " Transport yourself to the enchanting midnight scene that unfolds along the majestic Mississippi River. The full moon casts a luminous glow upon the tranquil waters, illuminating a thrilling race between two steamboats. As you gaze at this remarkable artwork, let your imagination soar. Picture the anticipation and excitement of passengers aboard these magnificent vessels as they navigate through the darkness under a starry sky. The steam billows from their chimneys, creating an ethereal atmosphere that adds to the drama of this nocturnal spectacle. This lithograph captures not only a moment in history but also showcases America's fascination with transportation during the antebellum era. Nathaniel Currier and James Merritt Ives skillfully depict every intricate detail of these riverboats, showcasing their grandeur and power. The setting itself speaks volumes about life in middle and southeast America during this pivotal period. It serves as a reminder of both progress and division within society as it existed before the Civil War. Allow yourself to be captivated by "Race on Mississippi, 1860, " where artistry meets history in perfect harmony. Let it transport you to another time when steamboat races were not just competitions but symbols of innovation and adventure along one of America's most iconic rivers - forever immortalized in this timeless lithograph masterpiece.

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