{"product_id":"1872-central-synagogue-nyc-harpers-weekly-july-06-winslow-homer-making-hay","title":"1872 Central Synagogue NYC Harper's Weekly July 06 Winslow Homer Making Hay","description":"This July 6, 1872, issue of Harper's Weekly is a remarkable collection of Gilded Age art and history, featuring a rare architectural record of New York City’s Jewish heritage alongside works by two of America’s most famous illustrators.\n\n\n​Title: 1872 Central Synagogue NYC Harper's Weekly July 06 Winslow Homer Making Hay\n\n\n​📜 ABOUT THIS PIECE OF HISTORY 📜\n​📜 A Landmark of Faith: This issue features a significant architectural print of \"The New Jewish Synagogue, Corner of 55th and Lexington Ave., New York\". Now known as the Central Synagogue, it is one of the oldest and most beautiful synagogues in continuous use in the United States. The illustration captures its striking Moorish Revival style, including its iconic twin onion-domed towers, providing a vital record of the building as it appeared to 19th-century New Yorkers.\n​📜 Winslow Homer’s Rural America: This issue also contains the highly celebrated full-page wood engraving \"Making Hay\" by Winslow Homer. Homer is revered for his ability to find profound beauty in everyday American life, and \"Making Hay\" is considered one of his most notable and sought-after prints from his time as a commercial illustrator.\n​🌟 FEATURED HIGHLIGHTS 🌟\n​🕍 Central Synagogue (Judaica Interest):\n​A full illustration of the newly completed synagogue at 55th and Lexington.\n​Accompanied by a detailed article explaining the significance of the building and its congregation.\n​An essential piece for Jewish History, NYC Architecture, and Judaica collectors.\n​🌾 Winslow Homer’s \"Making Hay\":\n​A full-page masterpiece of woodblock engraving.\n​Captures a serene scene of agricultural labor, showcasing Homer’s mastery of light and shadow.\n​🎨 Thomas Nast’s Political Satires:\n​Front Page: \"Our President Puts His Foot Down\" — A full-page cartoon featuring Ulysses S. Grant asserting American interests against the British Lion.\n​Interior Full-Page: \"Shylock, We Would Have Moneys and Votes\" — A sharp and controversial caricature reflecting the intense political and social tensions of the 1872 election cycle.\n​📚 Complete 16-Page Issue \u0026amp; Supplement:\n​Includes the full news coverage of the week and an attached supplement.\n​The supplement contains additional illustrations, including scenes from Gustave Doré’s \"London: A Pilgrimage\" series.\n​🔍 CONDITION \u0026amp; TRANSPARENCY 🔍\n​Completeness: This is the complete 16-page issue, including the original front page, the centerfold, and the extra supplement.\n​Authenticity: This is a guaranteed original woodblock printing from July 6, 1872, not a modern reproduction.\n​Condition: The issue is in very good condition with minimal foxing or wear, preserving the fine lines of the Homer and Nast engravings.\n​🥂 WHY IT IS A MUST-HAVE 🥂\n​Judaica Collectors: Original 19th-century views of major American synagogues are rare and highly prized for their historical and cultural significance.\n​Fine Art Enthusiasts: Obtaining an original Winslow Homer engraving at an accessible price point is a rare opportunity for collectors of American art.\n​New York City Historians: This issue provides a \"snapshot\" of the city's growth, from its changing religious landscape to its intense political debates.\n​📦 SHIPPING \u0026amp; PRESERVATION 📦\n​Flat Shipping: The issue will be shipped flat with heavy-duty acid-free reinforcement to prevent any bending or creasing.\n​Archival Protection: Each issue is housed in an archival-safe sleeve to ensure its continued preservation for the next 150 years.\n​🏷️ TAGS (SEO) 🏷️\n​1872 Harpers Weekly, Central Synagogue NYC, Jewish History Print, Winslow Homer Making Hay, Thomas Nast Shylock, Ulysses S Grant Cartoon, 19th Century Judaica, Moorish Revival Architecture, Antique New York City Map, July 6 1872.\n​","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52264022343900,"sku":null,"price":144.44,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0849\/4759\/9580\/files\/7ba9fc77-il_fullxfull.7801355687_sj2j.jpg?v=1786496722","url":"https:\/\/thekeenantiquarian.com\/products\/1872-central-synagogue-nyc-harpers-weekly-july-06-winslow-homer-making-hay","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}