Occult Print Appraisal

Antique Masonic Chart Lithograph

This is an antique Masonic allegorical lithograph, likely dating to the late 19th or very early 20th century. The piece features a complex landscape densely populated with Freemasonry's iconic symbols and moral lessons. Central to the composition is the 'All-Seeing Eye' (Eye of Providence) radiating light from the heavens. The imagery includes the pillars of Boaz and Jachin, Jacob's Ladder ascending into the clouds, the ark of the covenant, a rainbow signifyng hope, and various figures engaged in symbolic labor or ritual. The artwork appears to be a multi-colored lithograph on paper with a soft, aged color palette of earth tones, muted greens, and sky blues. The piece is presented in a wide, simple wooden frame with a dark mahogany-toned finish, typical of Victorian-era framing. Notable physical features include significant aging: the paper shows visible yellowing/toning, minor rippling (cockling), and what appears to be foxing or age spots scattered throughout. There is visible water staining or edge wear in the upper corners, potentially indicating past exposure to moisture. The frame itself shows some surface wear and minor scuffing consistent with its age. While no distinct signature is immediately legible in the image, these charts were frequently produced by notable printmakers such as Currier & Ives or Strobridge Lithograph Co. during the height of fraternal organization popularity in the United States and Europe. The craftsmanship reflects the intricate, didactic style of fraternal art designed for lodge education or member homes.