Washington Crossing the Delaware (Reproduction)
Mass-produced print on cardstock or heavy paper • After Emanuel Leutze (Original painted in 1851)
Style & Movement
History Painting, Romanticism (original style); Modern Commercial Print (reproduction)
Medium & Technique
Mechanical offset lithography or digital printing of an original oil on canvas painting
Creation Period
Late 20th to early 21st century (modern reproduction)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 8x12 inches or 11x14 inches; landscape orientation. This appears to be a small-scale souvenir or educational print placed on a sofa cushion.
Subject Description
General George Washington leading the Continental Army across the icy Delaware River on the night of December 25-26, 1776, during the American Revolutionary War. The composition features a heroic, upright Washington amidst a diverse crew of soldiers navigating through ice floes toward the battle of Trenton.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good/Fair. The print shows visible edge wear, slight curling, and lacks professional mounting or framing.
Estimated Market Value
$1 - $10 USD
Auction Estimate
$0 - $5 USD (Generally not suitable for fine art auction)
Provenance History
Likely acquired via a museum gift shop, educational supplier, or retail store. Modern mass-market distribution.
Art Historical Significance
The original 1851 painting by Leutze is one of the most iconic images in American history, symbolizing perseverance and leadership. As a reproduction, this specific object holds no significant art historical value but serves as a decorative or educational tool representing a major piece of American iconography.
Notable Features
Features a slightly cropped version of the original composition; lacks the original's massive scale (the original is over 12x21 feet held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art).
Condition Issues
Minor corner damage, lack of archival protection, possible light fading from exposure to non-UV filtered light.
Conservation Recommendations
If sentimental, place in a frame with acid-free matting and UV-protective glass to prevent further fading and physical damage.