Description
Title: A view of Fort George with the City of New York from the SW
Engraver: John Carwitham (British, active ca 1723-1760
Artist: probably after William Burgis (British, active America 1716-1731
Publisher: Carington Bowles (British 1724-1793)
Date: Engraving from 1730-1740 Printed between 1764 and 1793
Hand colored copper plate engraving
Dimensions: Image 10 5/16" x 17 5/8"
Framed size: 18 1/2" x 24"
Classification: Hand Colored Engraving
This is from a Brooklyn Brownstone estate. Please view pictures and ask any questions prior to purchase.
This is known to be one of the earliest renderings of New York City from the West with British vessels in the Hudson River foreground with views of colonial Manhattan.
This is an exquisite piece of history to own.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: This is in excellent antique condition. Please view pictures and ask questions prior to purchase.
Origin:
British Indian Ocean Territory
Materials & Techniques:
Engraving
Details:
Art Subjects: Landscape
Country of Origin: British Indian Ocean Territory
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Frame Type: Framed
Engraver: John Carwitham (British, active ca 1723-1760
Artist: probably after William Burgis (British, active America 1716-1731
Publisher: Carington Bowles (British 1724-1793)
Date: Engraving from 1730-1740 Printed between 1764 and 1793
Hand colored copper plate engraving
Dimensions: Image 10 5/16" x 17 5/8"
Framed size: 18 1/2" x 24"
Classification: Hand Colored Engraving
This is from a Brooklyn Brownstone estate. Please view pictures and ask any questions prior to purchase.
This is known to be one of the earliest renderings of New York City from the West with British vessels in the Hudson River foreground with views of colonial Manhattan.
This is an exquisite piece of history to own.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: This is in excellent antique condition. Please view pictures and ask questions prior to purchase.
Origin:
British Indian Ocean Territory
Materials & Techniques:
Engraving
Details:
Art Subjects: Landscape
Country of Origin: British Indian Ocean Territory
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Frame Type: Framed
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; This is in excellent antique condition. Please view pictures and ask questions prior to purchase.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
18.5 x 24 x 1 in
Important Mid 18th Century a View of Fort George With the City of New York From the Southwest Hudson
Estimate $12,000-$21,750
Starting Price
$6,000
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