Shaker House #247signed and numbered print by C.G. Morehead

Collectibles : Paintings, Prints

 

"During the days of the Nineteenth Century, a remarkable group of religious, called Shakers developed a unique and highly successful type of society based on the tenets of celibate purity, confession of sin, separation from the world and community of goods." "The first Shakers came to Logan County in 1807. Four years later the groups was formally organized into a society. Known first as the Gasper Society, it later became known as South Union and continued until 1922." "The print of the home of the Ministry, which was occupied by the ruling body, two elders and two eldresses. This Shaker house sometimes referred to as the 1846 House is located in South Union near Auburn, Kentucky, between Bowling Green and Russellville". This is a signed and numbered print (#247) and is in good condition. It is the 17th print issued by C.G. Morehead, Kentucky Artist of Property 19 3/4 X 16 inches

Item ID: 243