Description
Own a remarkable piece of American naval history with this original 1856 hand-colored wood engraving of the United States Steam Frigate Merrimac, as featured in Gleason’s Pictorial Drawing-Room Companion. This rare and historically significant print captures the USS Merrimac in its original form before it was famously converted into the CSS Virginia, the ironclad that fought in the Battle of Hampton Roads (1862) against the USS Monitor in the first clash of ironclads.
This vividly hand-colored engraving offers a detailed depiction of one of the most famous warships of the 19th century, making it a rare find for collectors of maritime history, Civil War memorabilia, and early American steam-powered naval vessels.
Key Features:
* Original 1856 wood engraving from Gleason’s Pictorial, not a reproduction.
* Hand-colored, a rarer and more valuable variation of this print.
* Depicts the USS Merrimac before its transformation into the legendary ironclad CSS Virginia.
* Unframed, allowing flexibility in display and preservation options.
* A rare and historically important piece for naval and Civil War collectors.
This print is a must-have for serious collectors of American maritime history. Don’t miss the chance to own a pre-Civil War depiction of one of the most storied ships in U.S. naval history!
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