Burnside At Fredericksburg December 13 1862 Hand Colored Engraving Appraisal

Burnside at Fredericksburg, December 13, 1862 Hand-Colored Engraving

This item is a framed, hand-colored engraving or lithograph titled 'Burnside at Fredericksburg, Dec. 13, 1862.' It depicts Union General Ambrose Burnside with his staff during the American Civil War. The central figure is Burnside, identifiable by his signature facial hair, wearing a dark blue greatcoat and hardee hat, gesturing toward the smoke-filled battlefield in the background. The artwork is signed 'H.A. Ogden' in the lower-left corner, referring to Henry Alexander Ogden, a renowned illustrator known for his meticulous military accuracy. The piece appears to be on paper and shows a prominent horizontal fold line across the center, suggesting it may have originally been an insert in a historical book or periodical. The coloration is soft, featuring blues, browns, and muted greens. The physical condition shows signs of aging, including yellowing of the paper (toning) and the mentioned fold line, but the imagery remains clear. The craftsmanship is high, typical of late 19th-century military illustrations, with attention to uniform details such as sword hilts, epaulettes, and rank insignia. The frame is a simple wood or composite with a thin profile, and the print is matted with a narrow border.