Thomas Wood

Thomas Wood was an artist or graphic designer active in the mid-nineteenth century, with documented production spanning the period from 1840 to 1860. Wood’s known works specialize in sentimental graphic illustrations, suggesting a focus on the contemporary market for popular prints and paper ephemera.

The artist is recognized for creating thematic, detailed graphic works, predominantly Valentines. Examples of these preserved items include Sincerity, Remembrance, and Sincere Love, along with descriptive pieces such as Untitled Valentine (Antique Couple with Putti) and Untitled Valentine (Church and Couple).

The historical significance of Thomas Wood is established through institutional holdings, with the Art Institute of Chicago collecting their output. At least 20 works by Wood are represented in museum collections. Today, these historic Thomas Wood prints, being part of the graphic output of the Victorian era, are often entering the public domain. Researchers and collectors frequently seek museum-quality reproductions of this specialized form of downloadable artwork.