SKU: LES1876-COOPER-001

Original 1876 wood engraving from Frank Leslie's Popular Monthly featuring two views associated with philanthropist and industrialist Peter Cooper: The Cooper Institute of New York (later Cooper Union) and Peter Cooper's private residence on Lexington Avenue.

A desirable New York City subject depicting one of America's most important educational institutions. Founded by Peter Cooper, the Cooper Institute became a landmark center for free education, science, engineering, art, and public lectures. The accompanying article discusses the history, mission, and growth of the institution, making this an appealing piece for collectors of New York history, education history, philanthropy, architecture, and Americana.

The engraving presents both the famous institutional building and Cooper's residence, offering a fascinating visual record of Gilded Age New York.

Condition as shown. Reverse contains the original article text.

Cooper Institute, Cooper Union, Peter Cooper, New York City, NYC History, Lexington Avenue, Gilded Age, Victorian New York, Educational History, Architecture Print, American Philanthropy, New York Architecture, Frank Leslie, Antique Engraving, Americana, Science Education, Industrial History, Historic Buildings, Manhattan, Nineteenth Century