Smirke "Cornwallis Resigning his Sword to Washington”

Smirke.  “Cornwallis Resigning his Sword to Washington.” 

From John H. Hinton’s The History and Topography of the United States of America.  Boston: S. Walker, ca. 1850.  8 x 6 ¼ (image).  Engraving by Archer & Bolly.  Very good condition.  

A lovely example of a steel engraving from one of the more popular nineteenth century view books, Hinton’s History and Topography.  This work contained text and numerous illustrations documenting the history and topography of the United States.  Hinton used many different artists.  For their wide coverage, accurate detail, and pleasing appearance, these are amongst the finest small images of early nineteenth century America to be found anywhere.