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Currier And Ives Prints: A Wonderful Step Back Into The Past

Currier and Ives was an American printmaking company from 1834 to 1907. Although the company is long gone, their down home style of art is still dear to the heart of many. Fortunately for us, there are plenty of wonderful art reprints available, as well as other home decor items. The art of Currier and Ives reminds us of those values dear to everyone. Cozy homes, close families, beautiful country landscapes are all beautifully illustrated. History buffs will be delighted with the many scenes of famous people, events, and epic battles. Mariners will love the detailed and accurate paintings of ships from sailing vessels to steamboats.

Currier and Ives makes great Christmas Gifts

Currier and Ives were especially known for their holiday prints and calendars. Those same cozy and warm holiday prints make wonderful presents for anyone who loves art or vintage decor. They can be found on items from art prints to calendars to lamps and nightlights.

A gift of love for under $3

Currier & Ives Christmas: Dreams and Secrets/Snow Storm/Image of Love/Circle of Blessings (Inspirational Christmas Romance Collection)

by: DiAnn Mills, Lynn A. Coleman, JoAnn A. Grote, Deborah Raney

Amazon Price: $2.30 (as of 05/22/2012)

Holiday romance stories inspired and illustrated by Currier and Ives famous art prints. A cozy and unique little gift for the romance lover.

Create that old time Christmas atmosphere

Currier & Ives: Christmas Treasures

Amazon Price: $2.85 (as of 05/22/2012)

Inspired by the cozy holiday atmosphere illustrated by those famous Currier and Ives prints, these beloved Christmas songs are performed by the London Symphony Orchestra. The perfect background music for openings gifts or baking Christmas cookies.

A gift of art and history for under $10

The Great Book of Currier and Ives' America (Tiny Folio)

by: Walton Rawls

Amazon Price: $0.01 (as of 05/22/2012)

This small folio contains over 300 full color illustrations of Currier and Ives art prints as well as a comprehensive history of the company and the times. History and vintage art buffs will be thrilled to find this in their stocking or under the tree.

Currier and Ives Christmas Pillow

Winter Scene Christmas Throw Pillow

Amazon Price: $29.99 (as of 05/22/2012)

The American Homestead

American Homestead Set by Currier & Ives 8.375"x13.25" Art Print Poster

Amazon Price: (as of 05/22/2012)

One of the most popular all time Currier and Ives prints was this series of an American homestead through the seasons. Celebrating the spirit of the American homesteaders and the beauty of the land through all four seasons, this is a set of prints you will be proud to display in your home.

Currier and Ives from Amazon

Currier & Ives Prints & Posters From AllPosters

AllPosters has over 500 prints and posters by Currier and Ives. Prices vary from under $10 to over $100. I've selected a few of my favorites to share here - but feel free to search for one that is just right for you.

Currier And Ives First Premium Grapes
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Market Preparation Art Print
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The Road, Winter, 1853 Giclee Print

Currier & Ives

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Bringing Home the Logs, Winter Landscape

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Giclee Print">The King of the Turf, "St. Julien," Driven by Orrin A. Hickok, 1880

Giclee Print

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Midnight Race on the Mississippi, Published by Currier and Ives

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Currier and Ives Home Decor

Collecting Currier and Ives

A Guide to Collecting Currier & Ives

by: Donald H. Cresswell

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I hope by now I've inspired you to add some Currier and Ives art to your life and your home. If you've fallen completely in love with this vintage Americana art you may even want to begin a collection. This book is a great source of information to get you started.

Reference books for Currier and Ives collectors

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d-artist Feb 14, 2012 @ 10:24 am | delete

Very cool images...I have a couple nice rare C&I prints...my grandmother was an Ives from the clockmakers, her Uncle was the Ives in Currier & Ives.