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South West View of the City of New York

Engraved by J. Kirk American
After Pierre Charles Canot French
After Captain Thomas Howdell, of the Royal Artillery British

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.

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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

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Great Britain and Ireland, 1800-1900 A.D.

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