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Dutch Cottage in Beaver Street in 1679, c. 1853 (oil on gauze)
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Dutch Cottage in Beaver Street in 1679, c. 1853 (oil on gauze)
NYH188591 Dutch Cottage in Beaver Street in 1679, c.1853 (oil on gauze) by American School, (19th century); Collection of the New-York Historical Society, USA; eNew York Historical Society; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22932222
© New York Historical Society / Bridgeman Images
Barrel Cottages Settlement Sign Trough Vernacular Architecture Wheelbarrow
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This print transports us back to the year 1679, capturing a picturesque Dutch Cottage in Beaver Street, New York City. Painted with meticulous detail and skillful brushstrokes, this oil on gauze artwork was created by an anonymous American artist from the 19th century. The quaint cottage stands proudly amidst its surroundings, showcasing traditional vernacular architecture of early America. Its charming gabled roof and rustic wooden exterior exude warmth and character. A barrel sits near the entrance, hinting at a bustling settlement where goods were stored and traded. A donkey grazes peacefully nearby, adding a touch of rural tranquility to this urban scene. A signpost stands tall beside the cottage, perhaps indicating directions or displaying information about local businesses. A trough can be seen close by, providing water for both humans and animals alike. Every element in this composition tells a story of daily life in colonial North America. The presence of a wheelbarrow suggests industrious activity taking place within these humble walls. Preserved within the collection of the New-York Historical Society in USA, this remarkable piece invites us to reflect upon our shared heritage as Americans. It serves as a reminder of simpler times when cottages like these dotted the landscape of what would eventually become one of the world's most vibrant cities - New York City.
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