The Discovery
Classification
Department
Smithsonian Collection
Museum
Smithsonian American Art Museum
Credit
Gift of Mrs. George A. Kubler
Accession Number
1949-152-88
About this artwork
Research in Progress
Art Historical Context
**The Discovery** by Samuel Ireland (ca. 1744–1800), an English artist active in the late 18th century, dates to 1794 and is classified as a print now housed in the Smithsonian American Art Museum's collection. Gifted by Mrs. George A. Kubler, this work reflects the vibrant printmaking tradition of Georgian England, where prints served as an accessible medium to share artistic visions with a broad audience beyond elite patrons. Though the specific medium remains under research, prints like this were often produced via techniques such as etching or engraving, allowing intricate details to be re...