The Chinese Junk "Keying"–Captain Kellett–As she appeared in New York harbour July 13th, 1847–212 days from Canton.–720 tons burthen. by Nathaniel Currier

The Chinese Junk "Keying"–Captain Kellett–As she appeared in New York harbour July 13th, 1847–212 days from Canton.–720 tons burthen. 1847

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drawing, lithograph, print

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drawing

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aged paper

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light pencil work

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lithograph

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ship

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print

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old engraving style

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personal sketchbook

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ink drawing experimentation

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pen-ink sketch

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pen work

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sketchbook drawing

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storyboard and sketchbook work

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sketchbook art

Nathaniel Currier's lithograph, *The Chinese Junk "Keying"–Captain Kellett–As she appeared in New York harbour July 13th, 1847–212 days from Canton.–720 tons burthen.* (1847) captures a significant moment in 19th-century maritime history. The artwork depicts the Chinese junk *Keying*, a large cargo ship, as it arrived in New York Harbor in 1847, after a long journey from Canton, China. Currier's detailed depiction of the ship, along with the accompanying text, provides a glimpse into the expanding trade routes and cultural exchange between China and the United States during this period. This artwork is a testament to the power of the sea and the interconnectedness of nations through trade.

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