Fort Hamilton, Staten Island 1854

"Fort Hamilton, Staten Island" is a pencil drawing by Jasper Francis Cropsey, a noted American landscape painter known for his detailed Hudson River School depictions. This sketch, likely made on location, captures a panoramic view of the fort from a shoreline vantage point. The simple composition emphasizes the fort’s imposing presence against the backdrop of the water and sky. The artist’s precise lines and subtle shading contribute to the scene’s calm and atmospheric qualities.