The Naval Temple.

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• ARTIST: Elkanah Tisdale

• PUBLISHER: Published by Barber Badger, Boston.

• MEDIUM: Copper engraving,

  DATE: 1816.

• EDITION SIZE: Image size 6 7/8 x 4 1/8" (17.6 x 10.5 cm).

• DESCRIPTION: This scarce allegorical title page for "The Naval Temple" introduces an illustrated history of early American naval battles. The scene depicts a temple, a timeless sanctuary honoring the naval achievements of all nations and eras, beset by the raging sea. Beyond the temple's columns, an altar bears the names of American naval heroes: Bainbridge, Decatur, Hull, Perry, Macdonough, Lawrence, and Porter, symbolizing America's contributions to naval history. To the left, a ship's tender flies an oversized American flag, reflecting the nation's pride and reverence for these figures. The composition evokes a sense of honor and remembrance, befitting the heroic deeds chronicled within the book.

• ADDITIONAL INFO: This piece is in a 14 x 11" mat for handling.

• CONDITION: Good condition.

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• CATEGORIES: 18th-19th Century Subjects , Naval, Nautical & Marine , Naval