James S. Baillie
Genl. Zachary Taylor

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Artist James S. Baillie(American, active 1838–1855)American, active 1838–1855

Artistafter Henry Buoholzer(American, born c. 1815)American, born c. 1815

CultureAmerican

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Genl. Zachary Taylor

Date1848

PlaceNew York, United States

MediumHand-colored lithograph on wove paper

DimensionsImage: 11 3/8 × 8 1/4 in. (28.9 × 21 cm)
Sheet: 14 × 10 in. (35.6 × 25.4cm)

Credit LineThe Bayou Bend Collection, gift of Miss Ima Hogg

Object numberB.69.287

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DescriptionZachary Taylor’s exploits in the Mexican-American War brought forth a wide range of patriotic celebrations and commemorations, including prints and popular songs. With popularity greatly bolstered by his victories, Taylor became president of the United States in 1849.
Provenance[Kennedy Galleries, New York]; purchased by Miss Ima Hogg, 1958; given to MFAH, 1969.
Inscriptions, Signatures and Marks

Inscribed below image: GENL.[L superscript with period [.] underneath] ZACHARY TAYLOR. / THE HERO OF BUENA VISTA
Inscribed lower right of image: H. Buoholzer

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