D Appleton Company Collection (#9)

Dome of the Capitol, 1874. Creator: Edward Paxman Brandard
Dome of the Capitol, 1874. The Capitol Building in Washington DC. USA, with rustic lettering. Title page from " Picturesque America; or, The Land We Live In

The Wye, from Chepstow Castle, 1870s. Creator: Josiah Wood Whymper
The Wye, from Chepstow Castle, 1870s. A man sketching the River Wye in Monmouthshire, Wales. Chepstow Castle is the oldest surviving post-Roman stone fortification in Britain

On the Road to Lake George (Appletons Journal, Vol. I), July 24, 1869. Creator: Unknown
On the Road to Lake George (Appletons Journal, Vol. I), July 24, 1869

The Last Load (Appletons Journal, Vol. I), August 7, 1869. Creator: John Filmer
The Last Load (Appletons Journal, Vol. I), August 7, 1869

Summer in the Country (Appletons Journal, Vol. I), July 10, 1869. Creator: John Karst
Summer in the Country (Appletons Journal, Vol. I), July 10, 1869

A Quiet Day in the Country (Appletons Journal, Vol. III), June 6, 1870. Creator: Unknown
A Quiet Day in the Country (Appletons Journal, Vol. III), June 6, 1870. Formerly attributed to Winslow Homer

The Artist in the Country (Appletons Journal, Vol. I), June 19, 1869

Danger Ahead (Appletons Journal, Vol. III), April 30, 1870. Creator: Unknown
Danger Ahead (Appletons Journal, Vol. III), April 30, 1870

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"D Appleton Company: Capturing the Beauty of America's Landscapes in the 19th Century" Step back in time to Mirror Lake, Yosemite Valley, 1872. Samuel Valentine Hunt, a talented artist and creator, immortalized this breathtaking scene with his brushstrokes. The tranquil waters reflect the majestic mountains that surround it, creating a serene and awe-inspiring image. Travel further along our journey to The Dalles of St. Louis in 1874. W. J. Linton showcases his artistic prowess by capturing the raw power and beauty of these imposing cliffs. The sheer magnitude of nature's creation is beautifully portrayed through intricate details and masterful shading. Next stop: Anvil Cliff, 1872. William Ludwell Sheppard skillfully brings this rocky formation to life on canvas. Its ruggedness stands as a testament to the strength and resilience found within nature itself. Venture forth to Nanticoke Dam in 1874 as John Filmer captures its grandeur with precision and artistry. This engineering marvel harmoniously blends into its surroundings while harnessing the power of water for human progress. Glimpse Sandusky from St. Pauls Church in 1872 through John Douglas Woodward's eyes; feel the warmth radiating from rooftops as sunlight bathes this charming town nestled on Ohio's shores. Niagara Falls roars into view next - Samuel Valentine Hunt takes us there in 1872. His painting encapsulates both its immense power and ethereal beauty; an iconic symbol of natural wonder that never fails to captivate hearts worldwide. Prepare for a geothermal spectacle at "The Geyser" captured by Harry Fenn in 1872. Witness Mother Nature unleash her fury through boiling hot springs erupting amidst Yellowstone National Park's stunning landscapes. As dawn breaks over South Mountain at Catskills in 1874, Samuel Valentine Hunt transports us into an enchanting world.