Currier & Ives - Fanny Palmer Art Exhibit

Take home a piece of history! ✨

Proceeds from sales support the completion of Tina Spangler’s upcoming documentary about Fanny Palmer.

Explore a curated selection of original Currier & Ives lithographs, period pieces, and exhibit-related items celebrating the work of Fanny Palmer, one of the most influential yet often overlooked printmakers of the 19th century.

Currier & Ives, the prolific American printmaking firm operating from 1834 to 1907, produced thousands of hand-colored lithographs that shaped how Americans saw their world. Their prints captured everyday life, seasonal landscapes, bustling city views, railroads, maritime scenes, and historical moments. Widely accessible and affordable in their time, they helped create a lasting visual record of 19th-century American culture.

Fanny Palmer (1812–1876) was a pioneering female lithographer who contributed more than 200 designs to Currier & Ives. Her work is celebrated for its crisp linework, balanced compositions, and evocative portrayals of American landscapes and domestic scenes. From iconic New York views to pastoral farm life, her prints remain collector favorites and a vital part of American art history.

This collection features Palmer lithographs, period frames, and hand-selected pieces connected to the exhibit.

Discover, collect, and help preserve the legacy of a remarkable American artist.