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Mary Lidwell McCormick
$75.00 – $800.00
The Mary Lidwell McCormick print is a hauntingly beautiful glimpse into the past, based on what is believed to be the oldest known photographic portrait of any Essex County settler. Capturing the face of an old woman whose story is shrouded in legend, this piece is not just a work of art—it’s a conversation with history.
Mary’s life is wrapped in mystery and intrigue. According to oral history, she was born in Ohio but was later taken by an Indigenous trading community on McCormick Island. It was there that she met William McCormick, a fur trader who recognized her as an outsider and became deeply attached to her. In a daring act, he hid her beneath a pile of furs on his boat and rescued her, ultimately making her his wife at just 14 years old. Years later, in 1823, McCormick purchased the island, forever tying their names to the region’s history.
With its timeless sepia tones and delicate details, this print is a rare and evocative tribute to early settler life. A must-have for history enthusiasts and collectors, this piece invites you to uncover the mysteries of the past and cherish a forgotten piece of Ontario’s heritage.
Available Print Types:
- 175 Signed & Numbered 7″x8″
- 17 Printer’s Proof 7″x8″
- 7 Artist’s Proof 7″x8″
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Framing Options
Artist's Choice Frame #1
Hand Finished Natural Wood
Size of framed Mary Lidwell McCormick print is 19″w x 21″h.
Every Suchiu Art frame is hand-selected by the artist using only archival-grade, museum-quality materials designed to preserve and promote the lifetime value and quality of the artwork.
All Suchiu Art frames are hand-crafted, cut, assembled, and finished under the scrutiny of Suchiu and his certified Master Framer, making each frame a work of art in itself.
The Hand Finished Natural Wood frame elevates your print with a textured accent and fits seamlessly into any rustic interior decor. Each frame has been hand-finished by Suchiu Art professionals and inspected by the artist, increasing the aesthetic function and overall value of the art piece
Artist's Choice Frame #2
Cool Raven Black
Size of framed Mary Lidwell McCormick print is 18″w x 20″h.
This stylish, sleek profile Contemporary Frame accentuates the drama of the art piece while preserving the artwork's lifetime quality and protecting its value with archival-grade, museum-quality materials hand-selected by the artist.
All Suchiu Art frames are hand-crafted, cut, assembled, and finished under the scrutiny of Suchiu and his certified Master Framer, making each frame a work of art in itself.
Unframed Ltd Edition Print
Our Suchiu Art custom framing department has a huge variety of custom frames available through direct contact. Email us or call us directly for one-on-one design assistance at 1.519.776.5767.
NOTE:
All prints whether framed or unframed are shipped to you with an official certificate of authenticity.
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Hand-drawn Custom Remarque
Hi, I thank you for visiting all of my art pieces.
If you order the custom remarque, I will hand sketch and colorize it on the lower margin, especially for you personally. These small art pieces are actual original artworks and are signed by me.
There is no better way to enhance the presentation and the value of the Suchiu Art in your collection. ~Ron Suchiu~
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