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All Series Level Scope and Content Notes
The James E. and Joan Singer Schiele Print Collection, 1848-1876, consists of Civil
War prints and other historical images. The prints include portraits, battle scenes,
and political cartoons representing a variety of printing techniques from woodcut to
chromolithograph. A highlight of the collection is a set of thirty-six Kurz
& Allison prints. The entire collection consists of over 160 artistic
pieces. These prints make up a visual overview of historical events during one of
the nation's most tumultuous times, and provide a strong background for cultural and
historical studies. The prints are arranged by James E.Schiele and divided into
seven series:
- Series 01: Kurz & Allison
- Series 02: Antebellum
- Series 03: Civil War
- Series 04: Slavery and Abolition
- Series 05: Emancipation and Reconstruction
- Series 06: Postbellum
- Series 07: Print Material
Consists of 36 chromolithographs, 1 facsimile. Arranged in battle order
by James E. Schiele.
Note: Battle order does not necessarily reflect date of publication.
7 lithographs.
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