Capture of H.B.M. Frigate Macedonian, Capt. J.S. Carden by the U.S. frigate United States, Stephen Decatur, Esqr., Commander / painted by T. Birch, A.C.S.A. & P.A. ; engraved by B. Tanner, A.C.S.A.
Summary
Print shows British frigate Macedonian, her masts and sails destroyed, being fired upon by the U.S. frigate United States during the War of 1812.
59P U.S. Copyright Office.
Inscription: To Commadore Decatur, his officers and brave crew, this plate is dedicated with greatest respect by B. Tanner and J. Webster.
Reference print in LOT 4413A.
Tags
Date
01/01/1813
Contributors
Tanner, Benjamin, 1775-1848, engraver
Birch, Thomas, 1779-1851, artist
Source
Library of Congress
Copyright info
No known restrictions on publication.