= 1864 "Environs of BOSTON" Hand Tinted TOPOGRAPHIC Engraving Freeman Richardson

Description: X-Large 1864 "Environs of BOSTON, Corey's Hill, Brookline, Mass." Hand Tinted Engraving by Freeman Richardson For your consideration is an exceptional topographical HAND PAINTED engraving, a panoramic view of Boston, its harbor and associated surroundingsTitled "ENVIRONS OF BOSTON, FROM COREY'S HILL, BROOKLINE, MASS."Part of Freeman Richardson's American Views (No. 2), as inscribed lower rightSigned underneath by handPublished by J.H. Buffords Lithographers, 313 Washington Street, BostonEntered in the Clerks Office by Freeman Richardson in 1864 An engraving like this one is held in the Boston Public Library's collection, and is described like so: "Richardson's 1864 landscape view of Bostons environs provides another example of a ground-level or low-elevation urban view published during the 1850's and 1860's when bird's eyes views were just beginning to gain popularity. Published in 1864 at the end of the Civil War, this pastoral landscape belies the notion that Boston was an active participant in a turbulent and destructive war that the Union barely survived. In this presentation, Boston is viewed from the Southwest. Using Corey Hill in Brookline as his vantage point, the artist places Brookline's semi-rural landscape in the foreground, with the yet unfilled Back Bay and city proper fading into the horizon. While Brookline appears to be a residential community composed primarily of private dwellings and churches, Boston proper is more densely settled, with smoke stacks, church steeples, and commercial buildings punctuating the skyline. Little is known about the artist. His various Boston addresses during the 1860's list him as a drawing master and teacher. Richardson traveled to Maryland and Virginia in May and June 1865, sketching scenery, military installations, and urban structures following the close of the Civil War" All originalNeatly framed and matted in a giltwood frame Measurements: Approx. 47.25" x 30" framed; 38" x 18.5" the scene; 39" x 21.5" the sheetWeighs about 14 lbs. 8 oz. Condition: Very Good overall. Please see photos. All original, minor discoloration commensurate with age. We Will Combine Shipping Whenever Possible For Your Convenience! Local Pickups Are Welcome! Take a look at the other items we have for sale now. Click here to visit our eBay Store! Please e-mail us for additional photos or information that can give you a better idea about this item! Buyer is responsible for the actual shipping cost Our items are described with the best of our knowledge and ability. To avoid any misunderstandings and in case of any doubt, please e-mail us. We will be glad to answer all of your questions and provide additional photos and/or information

Price: 1250 USD

Location: Spring, Texas

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