Joseph Frank Hoover: A Pioneer of Chromolithography and American Decorative Art Joseph Frank Hoover (1830-1913) stands as a significant figure in the history of American lithography, particularly during the Victorian era. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, he embarked on a prolific artistic journey that spanned decades, leaving behind a legacy of vibrant chromolithographs and decorative prints celebrated for their meticulous detail and expressive color palettes. Hoover’s work embodies the spirit of his time—a fascination with genre scenes depicting everyday life alongside idealized landscapes and…