Thulstrup Collection

A Ball or a Strike - Which? Wood engraving, American, 1888, after Thure de Thulstrup
BASEBALL, 1888. A Ball or a Strike - Which? Wood engraving, American, 1888, after Thure de Thulstrup

Arresting Deserters, 1896. Typogravure after the aquarelle made c1860-1896 by T De Thulstrup. From Life of Napoleon Bonaparte, Volume III, by William Milligan Sloane. [The Century Co. New York, 1896]

The Battle of Spotsylvania Court House, 1887. Private Collection

LOUISIANA PURCHASE, 1803. Ceremony in New Orleans, 20 December 1803. Painting by Thure de Thulstrup

METROPOLITAN OPERA, 1894. After the Opera - Waiting for the Carriages in the Box-Holder s
METROPOLITAN OPERA, 1894. After the Opera - Waiting for the Carriages in the Box-Holders Lobby of the Metropolitan Opera House, New York. Illustration by Thure de Thulstrup, 1894

RUSSIAN COSSACK OFFICER. Officer of the Russian Circassian Cossacks. Pen-and-ink drawing, 1890, by Thure de Thulstrup

RUSSIAN COSSACK POST. Drawing, 1890, by Thure de Thulstrup

RUSSIAN COSSACKS. Circassian cossacks of the Russian emperors escort. Drawing, 1890, by Thure de Thulstrup

RUSSIAN VETERAN, 1890. An old Russian veteran. Drawing, 1890, by Thure de Thulstrup

RUSSIAN SENTRY. A Russian sentry guard. Drawing, 1890, by Thure de Thulstrup

RUSSIAN SOLDIER. Russian soldier taking leave of his family. Drawing, 1890, by Thure de Thulstrup

CUBA, 1896. Insurgent rebel cavalry armed with machetes charging Spanish regulars. Drawing by Thure de Thulstrup from an American newspaper of 1896

SPAIN: BULLFIGHTING, 1891. The last scene at Madrid. Line drawing, 1891, by Thure de Thulstrup

HOTEL: DRUMMERS ROOM, 1883. The Drummers Room in a Western Hotel. Drawing by Thure Thulstrup from a sketch by Theodore R. Davis, 1883

SECOND BOER WAR, 1899. Group portrait of British commanding officers during the Second Boer War. Left to right: Lieutenant-General Sir Redvers Henry Buller; Colonel Robert Baden-Powell; Major-General

CHAPULTEPEC, 1847. Lieutenant Ulysses S. Grant at Chapultepec during the Mexican American War, 1847. Wood engraving after a drawing by Thure de Thulstrup, late 19th century

INAUGURAL BALL, 1893. Inaugural ball at the Pension Building in Washington, D. C
INAUGURAL BALL, 1893. Inaugural ball at the Pension Building in Washington, D.C. following the inauguration of Grover Cleveland as 24th President of the United States, 4 March 1893

MENs FASHION, 1893. A Study in Overcoats. Fashionable men in a hotel lobby in Chicago, Illinois, in winter. Wood engraving, American, 1893, after a drawing by Thure de Thulstrup

PERILS OF DAILY LIFE, 1881. Common Perils of Daily LIfe. Engraving after a drawing by Yeager and Thulstrup, 1881, showing accidents and dangerous situations in everyday life

CIVIL WAR: SPOTSYLVANIA. The Battle of Spotsylvania, Virginia, 8-18 May 1864. Lithograph, 1887, after Thure Thulstrup

BATTLE OF ANTIETAM, 1862. The Battle of Antietam, 17 September 1862. Lithograph, 1887, after a painting by Thure de Thulstrup (1848-1930)

COLUMBIAN EXPOSITION, 1893. Street scene, Cairo Village, Worlds Columbian Exposition, 1893: watercolor, 1893, by Thure de Thulstrup

Battle of Shiloh (Battle of Pittsburgh Landing), Tennessee, 6-7 April 1862. Major battle in American Civil War 1861-1865. Ulysses Grant directing his Union troops to victory against the Confederates

Smart society yachting parties using one side of the 26th Street pier are contrasted with the criminals
NYC: WATERFRONT VIEWS. Smart society yachting parties using one side of the 26th Street pier are contrasted with the criminals, sick and indigent embarking on the other side for Randall s, Hart s

Manhattans business district, 1888. Contemporary line engraving after a drawing by Thure de Thulstrup
A DOWNTOWN LUNCHROOM. Manhattans business district, 1888. Contemporary line engraving after a drawing by Thure de Thulstrup

Running the hurdles at the American inter-collegiate athletic games, 1881
INTERCOLLEGIATE GAME, 1881. Running the hurdles at the American inter-collegiate athletic games, 1881. Contemporary wood engraving after Thure de Thulstrup

New York Giants catcher William Buck Ewing slides home safely under Chicago White Stockings catcher Silver Flint to
BASEBALL GAME, 1885. New York Giants catcher William Buck Ewing slides home safely under Chicago White Stockings catcher Silver Flint to score the winning run in a 1-0 game at the Polo Grounds

CIVIL WAR: ALLATOONA PASS. The Battle of Allatoona Pass, Georgia, 5 October 1864. Lithograph, 1887, by L. Prang after Thure Thulstrup

PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN, 1880. The grand Republican party procession passing the review stand, opposite the hand of the Statue of Liberty in New York, 11 October 1880

ANTIETAM CAMPAIGN, 1862. The Antietam Campaign, September-October 1862. Lithograph, 1882, after the painting by Thure Thulstrup (1848-1930)

KENNESAW MOUNTAIN, 1864. The Battle of Kennesaw Mountain, Georgia, 27 June 1864, during the American Civil War. American lithograph after Thure Thulstrup

BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG, 1863. Lithograph after Thure Thulstrup

BASEBALL, 1888. A Ball or a Strike - Which? Wood engraving, American, after Thure de Thulstrup, 1888

COLUMBUS ANNIVERSARY, 1892. Military parade up Fifth Avenue in New York City during the festivities held in honor of the 400th anniversary of Christopher Columbus voyage to America, 12 October 1892

BASEBALL GAME, 1885. New York Giants catcher William Buck Ewing slides home safely under Chicago White Stockings catcher Silver Flint to score the winning run in a 1-0 game at the Polo Grounds

MADISON SQUARE, 1889. Fashionable New Yorkers strolling in Madison Square on a Saturday afternoon. Wood engraving, American, 1889, after Thure de Thulstrup

RUSSIAN COSSACKS. Cossacks of the Russian Imperial Guard. Wood engraving, 1890, after Thure de Thulstrup

RUSSIAN FIELD ARTILLERY. Wood engraving, 1890, after Thure de Thulstrup

RUSSIAN DRAGOONS. Russian dragoons. Wood engraving, 1890, after Thure de Thulstrup

RUSSIAN IMPERIAL GUARD. Infantry of the Russian Imperial Guard. Wood engraving, 1890, after Thure de Thulstrup

RUSSIAN GRENADIER. Russian grenadier from the 18th century. Drawing, 1890, by Thure de Thulstrup

NEW YORK: COACHING, 1892. Members of the New York Coaching Club departing after a luncheon meet at the Claremont restaurant overlooking the Hudson River near 120th Street in Manhattan

WISCONSIN: LUMBERING, 1885. Logging in Northern Wisconsin. Wood engraving, American, after Thure de Thulstrup, 1885

CENTRAL PARK, 1893. Sleighing in Central Park, New York. Wood engraving, American, after Thure de Thulstrup, 1893

STREET CAR STRIKE, 1886. Police opening the way for a horse drawn streetcar during the 1886 streetcar strike in New York. Line engraving after Thure de Thulstrup from a contemporary American newspaper

HOMES OF THE POOR, 1883. A tenement home on New Yorks Lower East Side. Wood engranving, American, 1883, after Thure de Thulstrup

COMMUTER RUSH HOUR, 1890. Commuters trying to board Manhattans elevated railroad during rush hours. Wood engraving, after Thure de Thulstrup, from an American newspaper of 1890

BASEBALL, 1888. A Ball or a Strike - Which? Wood engraving, American, after Thure de Thulstrup, 1888

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Thure de Thulstrup, a renowned artist of the late 19th century, captured the essence of various historical moments through his remarkable wood engravings and drawings. His attention to detail and ability to convey emotion are evident in his works. In "A Ball or a Strike - Which?" we see Thulstrup's talent for capturing action as he depicts a pivotal moment in baseball. The tension is palpable as the batter awaits the umpire's call, while spectators hold their breaths in anticipation. "Logging in northern Wisconsin" showcases Thulstrup's ability to portray scenes from everyday life. With intricate lines and shading, he transports us to the rugged forests of Wisconsin during the lumbering era. The image exudes both strength and determination as loggers work tirelessly amidst towering trees. It also delves into history with "Arresting Deserters, " where he portrays an intense scene from military life. Through his skilled hand, we witness soldiers apprehending those who have abandoned their duty, highlighting themes of loyalty and discipline. "The Battle of Spotsylvania Court House" brings alive a significant event from the American Civil War. Thulstrup masterfully captures the chaos and bravery on both sides of this fierce battle, immortalizing this historic clash forever. In "LOUISIANA PURCHASE, " Thulstrup takes us back to one of America's most influential events—the acquisition that doubled its territory. His depiction shows dignitaries gathered for a ceremony in New Orleans, commemorating this monumental occasion that shaped our nation's future. Thure de Thulstrup was not limited to American subjects; he also portrayed international scenes such as "Presidential candidate James Garfield defending former slaves. " This powerful image highlights Garfield's commitment to equality during his campaign for presidency—an important reminder of our ongoing fight against discrimination. With "METROPOLITAN OPERA, " Thulstrup shifts gears once again, capturing the elegance and grandeur of a night at the opera.