Fireworks in New York City 1858-1861 lot x 3 color prints Sarony Major Knapp

(Fireworks in New York City)

Issued by 1861, color lithographed by Sarony, Major & Knapp.

Lot of three mid-19th century color lithographs, each depicting fireworks in New York city that occurred in early September 1858.

The Fireman's Procession, Passing the Washington Monument, Union Square, Evening Sept 1st 1858.

View of Hadfields Last Piece on the Evening of Sept. 3rd 1858.

View of Liliendahl's Final Piece, Sept 1st 1858.

Minor light toning and as typical for printed images of this vintage, perhaps small minor paper flaws, one print with tiny loss along top of printed edge, but to our eyes and for most people, all entirely acceptable and nice looking examples.

Sheets measure c. 4 1/2" x 7 1/8".

Printed areas measure c. 4" x 6 1/8".

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