New-York (Union Square, Looking South) 1850

"New-York (Union Square, Looking South)" is a lithograph created by C. Bachman in 1850. The artwork, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, captures a bird's-eye view of the bustling city, showcasing Union Square, a central park in Manhattan. The lithograph provides a snapshot of the city's development during the mid-19th century, capturing the architectural details and the burgeoning cityscape. This artistic portrayal, with its focus on urban life and the expanding city, exemplifies a style often referred to as cityscapes or urban views.