1851 Wood Engraving High Aqueduct Bridge Harlem River Bronx Manhattan NYC YGP1

"High Bridge at Harlem, NY"

This is an original 1851 black and white in-text wood engraving of an illustration that depicts the historic steel arch bridge known as High Bridge or Aqueduct Bridge that spans the Harlem River and connects the Bronx and Manhattan in the city of New York, NY, USA. Originally built in 1848, it is the oldest surviving bridge in NYC.

CONDITION

This 162+ year old Item is rated Very Fine ++. Moderate aging throughout. Small crease - top margin. There is light bleedthrough on this piece from the verso. Some light surface rub. Please note: There is printing on the verso.

• Product Type: Original In-Text Wood Engraving; Black / White
• Grade: Very Fine ++
• Dimensions: Approximately 9 x 6 inches; 23 x 15 cm
• Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
• Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

Period Paper is pleased to present a collection of antique wood engravings from the 1851-1852 Gleason's Pictorial Drawing-Room Companion. Founded by "the father of illustrated journalism" Frederick Gleason in 1851, this 19th century illustrated periodical was published in Boston, Massachusetts. To continue browsing this unique collection, simply click on the link provided beneath the condition paragraph.

Keywords specific to this image: Historic Landmark, Art

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