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Awaiting the Return of Mr. Tinkham print by John Mix Stanley published by Sarony, Major & Knapp. Lith., 1855.
This is a genuine antique book Illustration from the “Exploration’s and Surveys to Ascertain the Most Practical and Economical Route for a Railroad from the Mississippi River to the Pacific Ocean” report. It was detached by the previous owner.
The print is deeply evocative, rich in history, and brimming with character. It will that turn a bare wall into a compelling narrative, add authenticity to your space, reflecting a journey through time.
This print was issued as part of The Pacific Railroad Surveys Reports of the 1850s, undertaken to gather information on the vast new territories that had been acquired in western North America, and determine possible routes for a transcontinental railroad.
The report, entitled “Exploration’s and Surveys to Ascertain the Most Practical and Economical Route for a Railroad from the Mississippi River to the Pacific Ocean” was rich in geographical, zoological, botanical, geological, and natural history observations and included topographical maps, pictures, lithographs, and technical data.
The print is titled: “Awaiting the Return of Mr. Tinkham” and shows the members of Stevens’ party (Isaac I. Stevens led the northern-most survey along the 47th to 49th parallels) anxiously awaiting the return of one of their members: Abiel Tinkham, at camp near the Hell Gate River, three miles above its junction with the Bitterroot in Montana.
The members of the group are depicted in this print, spit-roasting meat over an open fire with mountains in the background.
MEASUREMENTS: The page that the scene is printed on measures approximately: 11-1/2" x 8-1/4".
CONDITION: The print is in good condition, captivating to look at. It does, however, show expected signs of age: yellowing, foxing, edge wear, and darkening around the edges. It also has little divots (small dents) along the top edge, and on top of the letter “F” of the title of the print. It will look amazing once framed. Please see pictures. THE PICTURES ARE TO BE CONSIDERED AS PART OF THE DESCRIPTION. PLEASE REVIEW THEM FOR A BETTER IDEA OF CONDITION.
