Artist: Felix O.C. Darley (American, 1822–1888), after.
Engraver: Alexander Hay Ritchie (American, 1822–1895).
Title: Last Words of Captain Nathan Hale, the Hero-Martyr of the American Revolution.
Inscriptions: Title and a detailed historical legend below the image, including the famous last words and a brief account of Hale’s martyrdom. Includes full publisher’s imprint (Henry Howe, 1858) and subscription notice.
Dimensions: Image: 7 5/8" × 10 1/4". Sheet: 10 5/8" × 12 3/4".
Publisher: Henry Howe, Cincinnati, Ohio.
Date: 1858.
Materials and Techniques: Stipple engraving on wove paper.
Provenance: The Estate of George "Yorgo" Demetrakopoulos; professor, assistant director of the Medieval Institute, and assistant to the dean at Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, Michigan, from 1965–2000.
Condition: Significant mat burn and age-toning. The signs of aging are appropriate for the time. A detailed condition report is available on demand.
Museums, Libraries and Auctions: Yale University Art Gallery 44653. Library of Congress 2003679760.
Art Movements, Periods and Schools: American School XIX C.