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Antique Currier & Ives print titled “The Great Fire at Boston, November 9th & 10th, 1872.” This dramatic historical scene depicts the Boston waterfront engulfed in flames, with ships and figures in the harbor observing the destruction under a dark, smoke-filled sky. Published by Currier & Ives, 125 Nassau Street, New York, with the full title and descriptive text printed below the image along with the standard “Entered according to act of Congress…” imprint line.
The composition is sharply detailed with strong contrast and vivid coloration highlighting the intensity of the fire against the city skyline. A classic and highly recognizable 19th-century American historical image.
Sheet measures approximately 16 1/2 x 12 1/2 inches and is presented in an older frame.
Condition shows noticeable age-related wear including toning and staining, most prominent along the lower margin, along with general discoloration and waviness to the sheet. The frame shows age and wear, and the backing is old. The print has not been examined out of the frame and is sold as shown.
