Original 19th Century Currier & Ives Hand Colored Lithographs – “Look at Papa” & “The Little Brothers” – Framed Pair

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An exceptional matched pair of original mid-19th century Currier & Ives hand-colored lithographs, including “Look at Papa” (Lith. & Ives; … Read more An exceptional matched pair of original mid-19th century Currier & Ives hand-colored lithographs, including “Look at Papa” (Lith. & Ives; Pub. by N. Currier) and “The Little Brothers” (Pub’d by Currier & Ives, 152 Nassau St. N.Y.).

These authentic small folio examples date to the early period of the firm, with the
“N. Currier” imprint representing pre-1857 production and the Nassau Street address associated with the firm’s established New York publishing location.

Each print retains strong original hand-colouring with correct period lithographic grain visible under magnification. The sheets display natural age toning and foxing consistent with mid-19th-century paper, with full margins visible within their antique frames.

These pieces represent classic domestic genre subjects for which Currier & Ives became internationally known. Offered as a cohesive pair, they present strong
decorative presence while maintaining true collector integrity. See less