New York Pilot Boat Mary A. Williams J. Hansen, del. Published by J. Hansen,cor. Pear St & Maiden Lane NY

Vintage Framed Print: New York Pilot Boat "Mary A. Williams" No. 19

Item #: 4064

Add a striking piece of 19th-century maritime history to your collection with this classic framed print of the New York Pilot Boat, Mary A. Williams. Pilot boats were the unsung heroes of the harbor, racing out to meet incoming merchant ships to safely guide them through the treacherous channels of New York.

This handsome illustration depicts the two-masted schooner slicing through choppy waters, proudly displaying the number "19" on her mainsail and a blue pennant flying high from the mast. The muted, atmospheric tones of the sky and sea are typical of classic maritime lithographs, with subtle details of steamships and other vessels in the distant background.

The lower margin features the prominent title "NEW YORK PILOT BOAT MARY A. WILLIAMS." alongside the historical publisher's marks: "J. Hansen, del." and "Published by J. Hansen, cor. Pearl St & Maiden Lane NY," rooting this piece firmly in the rich nautical publishing history of lower Manhattan. The print is beautifully presented in a warm, polished burl-wood style frame that perfectly complements its vintage character.

Item Details

• Subject: Maritime history / New York Harbor Pilot Boats

• Vessel: Mary A. Williams (No. 19)

• Artist/Publisher: J. Hansen (Published at the corner of Pearl St & Maiden Lane, NY)

• Frame Style: Polished burl-wood finish with a neutral mat/border

Dimensions

• Overall Frame Size: 34” W x 26 ½” H

• Visible Print Size: 25 ½” W x 17 ½” H

• Border/Mat Width: 2 ¾”

Condition Note

This artwork is framed under glass. As a vintage piece, the print shows characteristics typical of its age, including a beautiful, soft patina and minor age-related toning to the paper. The frame is in good condition with standard, minor wear appropriate for its age. Please review all photos closely to appreciate the historic charm and assess the condition prior to purchase.