Zeus with Box of Electric Matches above World
Artist
Timothy Cole
(American, 1852-1931)
Publisher
Bond and Chandler
CultureAmerican
Date1870
MediumWood engraving
DimensionsOverall: 3 1/4 x 2 1/2 in. (8.3 x 6.4 cm)
Overall, Mat: 14 1/4 x 19 1/4 in. (36.2 x 48.9 cm)
Overall, Mat: 14 1/4 x 19 1/4 in. (36.2 x 48.9 cm)
InscribedNote at top of page these two prints are mounted on: "Engravings made by Timothy Cole while at Bond and Chandler in 1870 at the age of 18".
Credit LineGift of Mr. Alphaeus P. Cole
Object number58.31.42A
Not on view
DescriptionOne of two engravings made by Timothy Cole while at Bond and Chandler in 1870, at the age of 18. A Zeus-like figure sits in the clous over looking the earth with Chicago and its power lines shown. In one hand, he holds bolts of lightning. In the other hand, he hold a box labeled "Electric Matches."Exhibition History"Timothy Cole, Lord Engraver", Norfolk Museum, October 5-26, 1958.
18th century
Pair/Pair