Panoramic View of New York, from the East River 1844
roberthavelljr
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print
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drawing
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toned paper
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water colours
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ship
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river
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possibly oil pastel
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handmade artwork painting
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coloured pencil
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underpainting
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watercolour bleed
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watercolour illustration
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mixed medium
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watercolor
"Panoramic View of New York, from the East River" is a hand-colored aquatint print by Robert Havell Jr. created in 1844. The image depicts a sprawling cityscape with numerous ships in the foreground, offering a detailed perspective of New York City as seen from the East River. This piece serves as a fascinating historical document of the city's early growth and development, showcasing its bustling port and architectural landscape. It's a significant piece of American printmaking and is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York.
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