GENERAL DESCRIPTION
A dramatic depiction of the turbulence of Reconstruction, this engraving is an excellent example of John Sartain’s ability to manipulate the range of tones between black and white. One of the most prominent engravers of his day, Sartain helped popularize other artists’ works through his reproductions in various art annuals—some of which he founded.
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William Keyse Rudolph, DMA label copy, 2005.
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Created 1872
July 2005
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Engraver: John Sartain
Artist: George Caleb Bingham
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Place of origin: Philadelphia (Pennsylvania/United States): TGN: 7014406
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1872: James Sidney Rollins, Sr. bought print from the artist. [1]
1872-1998: Owned by Rollins family, passed down to George Bingham Rollins, james Sidney Rollins, Jr., James Sidney Rollins, III (of Columbia, MO), Sarah (Crickett) Rollins Olmstead.
From 1998: Dallas Museum of Art, gift of Sarah (Crickett) Rollins Olmsted
[1] James Sidney Rollins, Sr. paid for the printing of this work.
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- Cincinnati Art Museum~View the painting by George Caleb Bingham on which the engraving is based.
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- John Sartain was prominent in the Philadelphia art community, serving as director of the 1876 Centennial Exposition in Philadelphia.
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General Description
A dramatic depiction of the turbulence of Reconstruction, this engraving is an excellent example of John Sartain’s ability to manipulate the range of tones between black and white. One of the most prominent engravers of his day, Sartain helped popularize other artists’ works through his reproductions in various art annuals—some of which he founded.
Excerpt from
William Keyse Rudolph, DMA label copy, 2005.
Fun Facts
- John Sartain was prominent in the Philadelphia art community, serving as director of the 1876 Centennial Exposition in Philadelphia.
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Notes
Created 1872
July 2005
Catalogue essays
Artist/designers
Engraver: John Sartain
Artist: George Caleb Bingham
Cultures
Geography
Place of origin: Philadelphia (Pennsylvania/United States): TGN: 7014406
Process/materials
Historical periods
Individuals
Subject terms
RELATED OBJECTS
PROVENANCE
1872: James Sidney Rollins, Sr. bought print from the artist. [1]
1872-1998: Owned by Rollins family, passed down to George Bingham Rollins, james Sidney Rollins, Jr., James Sidney Rollins, III (of Columbia, MO), Sarah (Crickett) Rollins Olmstead.
From 1998: Dallas Museum of Art, gift of Sarah (Crickett) Rollins Olmsted
[1] James Sidney Rollins, Sr. paid for the printing of this work.
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