John William Hill

This very large hand colored aquatint and engraving after the painting by J.W. Hill is a panoramic view of New York Harbor.  Created and printed in 1855, this image etched  by Charles Mottram measures an image size of 28 3/4X50 1/2 inches.  This is an early period printing, Published by F. and G. W. Smith 59 Beekman St. New York.. And Colnaghi London...  Printed by McQueen in London.  This image is copyrighted and titled lower border and inscribed as "Proof"..  This is an early state before the addition of engraved lines in the sky.  This impression is in incredible condition, rich color no damage to the sheet, no stains, it was framed in Boston by Richard Nichols, 22 Bromfield Street, Boston.  In the early frame which measures 37X58 inches.  This etching is not available for standard shipping because of its size and weight of the glass.

This is a fine very large hand colored engraving  by Charles Mottram after J. W. Hill. Published by Smith Brothers & Co., New York, in 1857, It is one of the loveliest views of Boston and its harbor, with the statehouse dome rising in the center background and the Bunker Hill Monument at far right. Printed by Mc Queen.  The image measures 24X38 1/2 inches, in an early frame which measures 35X47 inches.  It is inscribed as proof lower left border.  Very nice condition this impression is a period printing, not a late restrike.