Philadelphia from across the Delaware River 1811 - 1816

Pavel Petrovich Svinin's watercolor, "Philadelphia from across the Delaware River" (1811-1816), offers a picturesque view of the city from the New Jersey side of the Delaware River. The composition features a cluster of trees in the foreground, framing the view of the cityscape beyond, with the American flag flying proudly in the distance. The scene captures a moment of tranquility and serenity, highlighting the burgeoning American city in the early 19th century. The watercolor, now held by the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a charming example of early American landscape painting and provides a glimpse into the city's evolving identity.