The Cooke Monument in St. Paul's Churchyard (from Scenes of Old New York) 1876

Henry Farrer's etching "The Cooke Monument in St. Paul's Churchyard" is a detailed depiction of the Cooke Monument, a prominent feature in the graveyard of St. Paul's Church in New York City. Created in 1876 as part of his "Scenes of Old New York" series, the artwork showcases the monument's intricate design, with its towering structure adorned with an ornate flame-shaped finial and inscriptions detailing its history. The etching's focus on the monument amidst the surrounding tombstones evokes a sense of quiet contemplation and the enduring legacy of the past.