Mort Künstler – “The Monitor and the Merrimack” Custom Framed Print 15" x 18"
Mort Künstler – “The Monitor and the Merrimack” Custom Framed Print 15" x 18"
Product Details
Offered here is a beautifully custom-framed open edition print titled “
The Monitor and the Merrimack” by renowned historical artist Mort Künstler.
This dramatic Civil War composition captures the historic clash between the ironclad warships USS Monitor and CSS Virginia (Merrimack)—a groundbreaking naval battle that forever changed the course of naval warfare.
Künstler vividly brings this pivotal moment to life, with cannon fire erupting across the water, smoke billowing into the sky, and the armored vessels locked in close combat. The intensity of the scene, combined with the innovation of ironclad technology, makes this one of the most significant and visually compelling naval encounters in American history.
Specifications
- Artist: Mort Künstler
- Title: The Monitor and the Merrimack
- Edition: Open Edition Print
- Image Size: 9" x 12"
- Framed Size: 15" x 18"
Museum-Quality Custom Framing
Expertly framed to conservation standards:
- Elegant 1" cherry wood frame
- Double-matted presentation:
- Navy blue suede outer mat
- Burgundy inner mat
- 100% acid-free matting (museum-grade preservation)
- Conservation clear glass with 99% UV protection
- Dust-covered backing
- Professionally wired and ready to hang
Why This Piece Stands Out
- Depicts the legendary Battle of Hampton Roads (1862)
- Features the first clash of ironclad warships in history
- Powerful naval action scene with smoke, fire, and movement
- A cornerstone moment in both Civil War and naval history
- Appeals to both military and maritime collectors
About the Artist
Mort Künstler is widely regarded as America’s premier historical artist and the most collected Civil War artist of our time. His work is celebrated for its realism, historical accuracy, and powerful storytelling.
“To study his paintings is to simply see history alive.”
— Dr. James I. Robertson Jr.
“None captures the human element and drama of the Civil War quite like Mort Künstler.”
— James McPherson, Pulitzer Prize-winning historian
Perfect For
- Civil War & naval history collectors
- Maritime enthusiasts
- Offices, libraries, and executive spaces
- Collectors seeking iconic historical battle scenes
Shipping & Handling
- Professionally packed for safe transit
- Ships fully assembled
- Arrives ready to hang
Final Thoughts
“The Monitor and the Merrimack” is a historically significant and visually striking Civil War composition that captures the dawn of modern naval warfare. With its museum-quality presentation and dramatic subject matter, this piece offers both historical importance and bold visual appeal—a standout addition to any serious collection.