Washington. A Pattern for Pen Wiper
PrinterPrinted by
E.B. & E.C. Kellogg
(American, 1840 - 1867)
PublisherPublished by
E.B. & E.C. Kellogg
(American, 1840 - 1867)
PublisherPublished by
Kellogg & Bulkeley
(American, 1867 - 1990)
Date1866-1867
MediumLithography; printer's ink and watercolor on wove paper
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (image height x width): 11 1/2 x 5 1/8in. (29.2 x 13cm)
Sheet (height x width): 14 1/8 x 8 1/8in. (35.9 x 20.6cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Credit LineThe Newman S. Hungerford Museum Fund
Object number2010.184.2
DescriptionFull-length profile portrait of George Washington, facing right. Only his face and hands have been colored with watercolor. Remaining parts are in outline only, to be colored by purchaser. The figure and separate arm, legs, coat, and vest were apparently meant to be cut and assembled to form a decorative penwiper.
Label TextPenwipers made of cloth or paper were used for wiping ink off old-fashioned pens. Making ornamental penwipers was a popular pastime during the Victorian period. Ladies' magazines frequently included patterns and the Kellogg lithographic firm of Hartford published several designs featuring famous figures from the American past. These would have been cut out and assembled by the purchasers.
NotesSubject Note: Penwipers made of cloth or paper were used for wiping ink off old-fashioned pens. Making ornamental penwipers was a popular pastime during the Victorian period. Ladies' magazines frequently included patterns and the Kellogg lithographic firm of Hartford published several designs featuring famous figures from the American past. These would have been cut out and assembled by the purchasers. (Finlay 7/22/2010)Status
Not on view
Adabelle Canney Lyon
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