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1889: Coots: The Story of a Day’s Ducking

Farny illustrated Coots: The Story of a Day’s Ducking by John Francis Adams in the Harper’s Young People magazine. It… read more 1889: Coots: The Story of a Day’s Ducking

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1865: “Confederacy in Petticoats”?

I’ve read about Henry Farny caricaturing Jefferson Davis in 1865 with a sketch that went “viral” in its day, but… read more 1865: “Confederacy in Petticoats”?

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Aug 1880: “Visions of Venice”

On March 13, 1869, during his three-year trip in Europe, Farny registered in Venice, Italy. Also registering that same day… read more Aug 1880: “Visions of Venice”

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1877-06: Indianapolis Courthouse Ceiling Design

In June of 1877 Henry Farny is reported to have completed a 14ft x 10ft design for the superior courtroom… read more 1877-06: Indianapolis Courthouse Ceiling Design