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Bay of New York from Hoboken – Antique New York Harbor Engraving, c.1850

$345.04

£253.02

€290VAT Included

CA$478.20

A$480.42

CHF 277.11

MX$5,846.42

NOK 3,219

SEK 3,265.32

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About the Item

Bay of New York from Hoboken – Antique New York Harbor Engraving, c.1850 This original nineteenth-century steel engraving presents a remarkable panoramic view of New York Harbor as seen from Hoboken, New Jersey. The composition captures New York during a period of extraordinary growth, when the city was emerging as one of the world's most important commercial and maritime centers. From an elevated vantage point, the viewer looks across the harbor toward the Manhattan skyline, with sailing vessels and steam-powered ships navigating the busy waters below. The view was drawn by W. Heine in New York in 1850 and engraved by John Poppel, one of the foremost American engravers of the nineteenth century. Their collaboration resulted in a highly detailed and atmospheric depiction of New York at a pivotal moment in its history. Smoke rising from factories and steamships illustrates the rapid industrialization of the region, while the harbor remains filled with sailing craft, reflecting a transitional era between sail and steam. Particularly fascinating is the historical skyline. Long before the age of skyscrapers, Manhattan's profile was defined by church spires, warehouses, docks, and commercial buildings lining the waterfront. The engraving serves as an invaluable visual record of New York before the dramatic urban transformation of the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. The composition combines topographical accuracy with artistic refinement. Fine engraved lines create subtle atmospheric effects across the water and sky, while the foreground rocks and vegetation provide depth and balance. The result is both a historical document and an elegant landscape view. Today, early views of New York are highly sought after by collectors of Americana, New York history, maritime art, and nineteenth-century city views. This engraving offers an exceptional opportunity to own an authentic period representation of one of the world's most iconic cities. This is an original antique engraving, not a reproduction. The print is sold unframed. Any framed images are shown for presentation and interior inspiration only. Condition: Good antique condition with age-related toning, occasional light foxing, and minor handling wear consistent with age. Wide original margins preserved. Please review the photographs carefully for a complete assessment of condition. Framing tips: This engraving displays beautifully in a dark walnut, ebonized, or antique gilt frame with an ivory museum mat. The horizontal format makes it particularly suitable above a desk, console, sofa, or library cabinet. It also works exceptionally well in New York apartments, offices, and interiors featuring historical or architectural themes. Keywords: New York Harbor, Bay of New York, Hoboken, Manhattan, New York City, W. Heine, John Poppel, Harbor View, Maritime Art, Americana, NYC History, Hudson River, Nineteenth Century New York, Historic Skyline, Steamship, Sailing Ships, Antique Engraving, City View, Collectible Americana, New York Decor. Technique: Steel engraving Maker: Drawn by W. Heine, New York, 1850; engraved by John Poppel, c. 1850.

Dimensions:
Height: 6.7 in (17 cm)Width: 9.45 in (24 cm)Depth: 0.01 in (0.2 mm)
Materials and Techniques:
Paper,Engraved
Place of Origin:
Germany
Period:
Mid-19th Century
Date of Manufacture:
circa 1850
Condition:
Good antique condition with age-related toning, occasional light foxing, and minor handling wear consistent with age. Wide original margins preserved. Please review the photographs carefully for a complete assessment of condition.
Seller Location:
Langweer, NL
Reference Number:
Seller: BG-14038-1561stDibs: LU3054350619692

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