This postcard depicts the famous painting by Emanuel Leutze, featuring George Washington crossing the Delaware River during the Revolutionary War. The artwork captures the spirit of patriotism and bravery of the historical event. The postcard is an original printed lithograph, with the size of a standard postcard (5.5 x 3.5 in). The postcard is in an unposted condition and will be a great addition to any collection of postcards, militaria, or historical figures. The painting is a must-see for art lovers as well as people interested in US history, nautical themes, and famous places. The postcard is from the city of Washington Crossing, New Jersey, and was made in the United States.

Condition is consistent with normal wear on an old postcard. May have creases, corner tears, fading, stains, ink/writing, etc. Please see photos for condition and contact seller with questions. Thanks!


Leutze's depiction of Washington's attack on the Hessians at Trenton on December 25, 1776, was a great success in America and in Germany. Leutze began his first version of this subject in 1849. It was damaged in his studio by fire in 1850 and, although restored and acquired by the Bremen Kunsthalle, was again destroyed in a bombing raid in 1942. In 1850, Leutze began this version of the subject, which was placed on exhibition in New York during October of 1851. At this showing Marshall O. Roberts bought the canvas for the then-enormous sum of $10,000. In 1853, M. Knoedler published an engraving of it. Many studies for the painting exist, as do copies by other artists.

FROM:  metmuseum.org