The Unexpected Canvas: Milton Bradley Company and the Rise of Board Game Art It’s a curious entry in the annals of art history – a company synonymous not with oils or marble, but with *board games*. Yet, to dismiss the Milton Bradley Company as merely a manufacturer is to overlook its profound impact on American visual culture. Founded in 1860 by Milton Bradley himself, initially as a lithographer producing portraits and greeting cards, the company’s trajectory shifted dramatically towards entertainment, ultimately establishing it as a pioneer in the art of game design and illustration. This…