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James Merritt Ives
James Merritt Ives: A Life Dedicated to Popular Printmaking Early Life and Education Born: March 5, 1824, in New York City. His father was the superintendent of Bellevue Hospital. Ives received a largely self-directed art education, visiting galleries and utilizing resources like the Astor Library. He continued his artistic pursuits even while working from a young age (age 12). He married Caroline Clark in 1846; they had six c
hildren. Career at Currier & Ives Early Employment: In 1852, Ives began working as a bookkeeper for N. Currier, Lithographer (later Currier & Ives). Business Acumen: He quickly demonstrated talent not only in bookkeeping but also in understanding market trends and artistic preferences. Partnership: In 1857, Nathaniel Currier offered Ives a full partnership, renaming the firm “Currier & Ives” and appointing him general manager.…