Antique Iron Worker Print, Original Flame Oak Frame

Antique print of The Ironworkers of King Solomon by C. Schussele dated 1861. It has definitely experienced some fading over the years. but it gives it a wonderful antique patina.  Christian Schussele (born 16 April 1824 in Guebwiller , Alsace – 20 August 1879 in Merchantville, New Jersey ) was an American artist and teacher, and is credited with designing the American Medal of Honor. He studied under Adolphe Yvon and Paul Delaroche 1842-1848 and then came to the United States . Here, for some time, he worked at chromolithography which he had also pursued in France . Later he devoted himself almost entirely to painting. It measures approximately 29.5" high by 35" across. Â