Edward Savage, Painter And Engraver: And His Unfinished Copperplate Of The Congress Voting Independence (1905)

""Edward Savage, Painter And Engraver: And His Unfinished Copperplate Of The Congress Voting Independence"" is a book written by Charles Henry Hart and published in 1905. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the life and work of Edward Savage, a prominent American painter and engraver of the late 18th and early 19th centuries. It discusses his early life, training, and career, as well as his notable works, including portraits of George Washington and John Adams.The book also focuses on Savage's unfinished copperplate of the Congress voting for independence, which is considered one of his most significant works. The copperplate depicts the signing of the Declaration of Independence and was intended to be a large-scale engraving. However, Savage was unable to complete the work due to financial difficulties and died before it could be finished.Through detailed analysis and historical context, Hart explores the significance of Savage's unfinished copperplate and its place in American art history. He also discusses the various attempts to complete the work after Savage's death, including a collaboration between his son and a prominent engraver.Overall, ""Edward Savage, Painter And Engraver: And His Unfinished Copperplate Of The Congress Voting Independence"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the life and work of Edward Savage, as well as the history of American art in the late 18th and early 19th centuries.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.