Armoured steel cruiser New York 1893

"Armoured Steel Cruiser New York, United States Navy" is a chromolithograph print by Currier and Ives, a popular 19th-century American printmaking company, published in 1893. The image depicts the USS New York, a protected cruiser commissioned in 1891, in a dynamic pose at sea, with smoke billowing from its funnels. The print is a classic example of 19th-century American maritime art and reflects the growing strength of the US Navy during this period. Currier and Ives prints were highly sought after for their detail, vibrant colors, and romantic depictions of American life, making this artwork a valuable piece of maritime history.