Description: James Merritt Ives Original Trade Card 1881 Featuring Five Cats Singing on Fence by Moonlight, Farmers & Mechanics' Trading Co. This is a special James Merritt Ives original trade card, with a copyright 1881 by J. M. Ives printed at the bottom, featuring a design of five anthropomorphic cats singing by moonlight. The cards are in good vintage condition. The back of the card is blank. Size 3" x 4 1/2". Currier and Ives was a New York City-based printmaking business operating from 1835 to 1907. Founded by Nathaniel Currier, the company designed and sold inexpensive hand-painted lithographic works based on news events, views of popular culture and Americana. The name Currier and Ives first appeared in 1857, when Currier invited the company's bookkeeper and accountant James Merritt Ives (1824–1895) to become his partner. Currier and Ives was the most prolific and successful company of lithographers in the U.S. Please reference photos for details, and ask questions before bidding. Item will be shipped by USPS Mail. Returns not accepted.
Price: 17.99 USD
Location: Corning, New York
End Time: 2025-01-28T17:11:42.000Z
Shipping Cost: 1.25 USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Brand: Farmers and Mechanics Trading Co.
Type of Advertising: Victorian Advertising Trade Card
Size: 3 x 4 1/2 inches
Color: Multi-color
Date of Creation: circa late 1800's Victoria Era
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
