The North Dutch Church, Fulton and William Streets, New York

Edward Lamson Henry

Created:
Movement:
1869
Realism
key Notes:
Architectural depiction, Urban landscape
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Dimensions:
18 x 14 in. (45.7 x 35.6 cm)
medium:
Oil on academy board
Difficulty:
Expert
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story of the work:

"The North Dutch Church, Fulton and William Streets, New York" by Edward Lamson Henry, created in 1869, depicts the historic church that served the Dutch Reformed congregation in Manhattan. The painting reflects Henry's interest in capturing urban landscapes and architectural details of 19th-century New York City, showcasing the church's significance in the cultural and religious life of the city during that period.

Description of the work:

Edward Lamson Henry's "The North Dutch Church, Fulton and William Streets, New York," created in 1869, depicts the church's distinctive architecture with a focus on its steeple and surrounding urban environment. The painting employs a realistic style, utilizing a muted color palette to convey the historical context of the mid-19th century New York City setting.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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The North Dutch Church, Fulton and William Streets, New York