Infantry in Arms

1887

William H. Lippincott

Associated Names
William H. Lippincott

Artist, American, 1849 - 1920

Henry Pruett Share

Printer, American, 1853 - 1905

The image shows a seated woman holding a young child standing beside her. She is seated to the left of a dining table, in profile, with the child leaning against her. The woman has light hair styled up and is wearing a detailed dress with long sleeves and a high collar. The young child has long, wavy hair and is dressed in a light frock with stockings and shoes. Another young child, with short hair, is visible sitting at the table wearing a dark dress. On the right side, a woman is standing, holding a toddler dressed in a light outfit. The standing woman is wearing a long dress with a dark top and a white apron and headpiece, looking at the adults. The dining area is decorated with a table set with dishes and glassware. Behind them is an ornate wall with framed art, a large urn, plants, and a fireplace topped with a mantel holding decorative china and vases. The room has a rug, chandelier, and patterned walls, creating a sophisticated and classic ambiance.

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Inscriptions

Inscribed: "Copyrighted by Wm. H. Lippincott, 1887." upper left; "Published by Bryan, Taylor & Co, N.Y." upper right.
Signed: "Wm H. Lippincott." signed in pencil, lower left; "Wm. H. Lippincott. N.Y. 1887" in the plate, lower right.

Wikidata ID

Q76548096

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