Framed historical print titled Eminent Women, depicting twelve distinguished 19th century American women in an elaborate Victorian interior. Created in 1884 by Eugene L Africain using portraits from the Notman Photographic Company, the composition was issued with the compliments of Travelers Insurance Company.
The image includes celebrated writers and reformers such as Louisa May Alcott, Harriet Beecher Stowe, Julia Ward Howe, Sarah Orne Jewett, and Frances Hodgson Burnett. A historically documented composition represented in the Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery collection.
DETAILS
• Title: Eminent Women
• Artist: Eugene L Africain
• Photographer: Notman Photographic Company
• Original Publication: 1884
• Subject: Twelve prominent American women writers and reformers
• Sponsor: Travelers Insurance Company
• Printed Credit: Notman Photo Co 3 Park Street Boston Massachusetts
• Printed Date: Eugene L Africain 1884
• Medium: Monochrome historical print on paper, exact printing process unverified
• Actual Print Date: Undetermined, potentially 19th century
• Style: Victorian historical portraiture
• Frame: Natural wood with narrow gold tone inner molding
• Overall Dimensions: Approximately 24.5 inches wide x 29.5 inches high
• Presentation: Framed under glass with cream mat and hanging wire
CONDITION
Preowned condition with visible paper toning, scattered spotting, and age related discoloration. Wood frame shows minor scuffs and finish wear. Reverse has a wooden backing with hanging wire. Please examine all photographs for condition details.
An historically significant composition celebrating American women in literature and reform during the late 19th century, with additional appeal to collectors of Travelers Insurance memorabilia, Victorian photography, and American women's history.
The composition dates to 1884. The printing date and originality of this particular impression have not been professionally authenticated.
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