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South West View of the City of New York

Engraved by J. Kirk American
19th century
Not on view
A view that Includes the following New York lanmarks: 1. The Harbour 2. Nutting Island 3. Staten Island 4. Long Island 5. Rutgars House 6. South River 7. Brew House.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: South West View of the City of New York
  • Artist: Engraved by J. Kirk (American, 19th century)
  • Artist: After Pierre Charles Canot (French, Paris 1710–1777 Kentish Town, London (active England))
  • Artist: After Captain Thomas Howdell, of the Royal Artillery (British, active New York 1763)
  • Date: 19th century
  • Medium: Etching and engraving
  • Dimensions: Image: 4 3/16 x 6 1/2 in. (10.7 x 16.5 cm)
    Sheet: 5 1/16 x 7 3/4 in. (12.8 x 19.7 cm)
  • Classification: Prints
  • Credit Line: Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Stuart P. Feld, 1981
  • Object Number: 1981.1221.12
  • Curatorial Department: Drawings and Prints

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