Vintage Framed Harper's Weekly Print: "New York Harbor from the Brooklyn Tower"

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

Item #: 4112

Step back in time to 19th-century New York with this captivating, framed historical print. Originally featured in Harper's Weekly, this detailed engraving titled "New York Harbor, as seen from the Brooklyn tower of the suspension bridge" is based on a sketch by the acclaimed illustrator C.E.H. Bonwill.

The artwork offers a breathtaking, bird's-eye vantage point from atop the under-construction Brooklyn Bridge. In the foreground, well-dressed gentlemen in top hats and laborers stand on the monumental stone tower, observing the sprawling, bustling harbor below. The waters are densely packed with a fascinating mix of maritime history, showcasing masted sailing ships alongside early steam-powered vessels, all set beneath a beautifully shaded, dramatic sky.

Professionally matted and housed in a classic black frame, this piece is a perfect addition for collectors of New York City memorabilia, antique print enthusiasts, or anyone looking to add a touch of historic maritime charm to their home or office decor.

Product Details

• Artwork: "New York Harbor, as seen from the Brooklyn tower of the suspension bridge"

• Artist: From a sketch by C.E.H. Bonwill (originally published in Harper's Weekly)

• Item Number: #4112

• Frame Dimensions: 19 ½" x 15"

• Print Dimensions: 14" x 10"

• Border/Mat Dimensions: 17 ¾" x 13 ½" (with a 2" border width)

• Frame Style: Simple, elegant black wood frame with a crisp white mat.

Condition: Vintage condition. Please review the product images carefully for details on the print's antique character and the frame's finish.

Add this remarkable piece of New York City history to your collection today!