Currier and Ives was a successful American printmaking firm based in New York City from 1834 to 1907. Founded by Nathaniel Currier and James Merritt Ives, the firm produced prints of landscapes, city views, and other scenes of everyday life. The prints were popular among Americans and were widely distributed throughout the country. The firm's works are now considered to be some of the most iconic images of 19th century America.