James Hamilton. "Scene on the Schuylkill."

Philadelphia: Godey's Lady's Book, 1845. 5/8 x 6 7/8. Steel engraving. Hand color. Very good condition. A/A

The painting of this view by Irish-born Philadelphian James Hamilton (1819-1878) was engraved by A. W. Graham for Godey's Lady's Book in August, 1845. This view of the river is below "Grey's Ferry where the river widens before joining the Delaware River. This area was a popular destination for boating parties at that time in order to avoid the more congested area above the Fairmount Dam.

This print is in a matte and the outside edges of the matte measure 12" x 12".


Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Some very minor wear to the edges of the print consistent with age.

Origin:
United States

Materials & Techniques:
Etching, Parchment

Details:
Art Subjects: Landscape
Country of Origin: United States
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Frame Type: Unframed

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Some very minor wear to the edges of the print consistent with age.