Patrick Henry, Engraving of a Painting by Sully

Engravings such as the one here were the medium that brought images of Patrick Henry and other prominent Americans to the general public in popular illustrated magazines, newspapers, and histories. The hard-edged lines and suppression of color took tendencies and taste a step further than the oil paintings on which they are based. They have the directness, candor, and matter-of-fact nature down in black and white with realism associated with an emerging American national character. 9” x 12” (with backing)