Bidspirit auction | ANTIQUE NEW YORK CITYSCAPE ENGRAVING

ANTIQUE NEW YORK CITYSCAPE ENGRAVING BY JOHN HILL - A historical engraving on paper, view of New York from Governor's Island. Created by the Irish-born artist William Guy Wall, who produced the original watercolor drawing, and engraved by the English master John Hill using the aquatint technique. Dated ca. 1823 to 1825. The print is the 20th and final plate of the monumental publication, The Hudson River Portfolio, issued by publisher Henry Megarey in New York. This series of works largely laid the foundations for the famous American school of landscape painting the Hudson River School. Marked, inscribed and titled in the plate in the lower margin. Framed. Collectible Graphic Art, Prints And Multiples, Americana, Local History, Town Landscape, Limited Edition. Dimensions Frame: 23 1/2 x 29 in. Image: 17 x 22 1/2 in. All measurements are approximate. Condition Overall good condition. Signs of age and wear. Refer to photos. Sold As Is.