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View from Steeple of Arlington-Street Church, 1874. Creator: John Douglas Woodward
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View from Steeple of Arlington-Street Church, 1874. Creator: John Douglas Woodward
View from Steeple of Arlington-Street Church, 1874. View of the city of Boston, Massachusetts, USA. In the immediate foreground lies the Public Garden...In the centre is a pretty serpentine, crossed by a heavy granite bridge...Beyond, almost hidden in its wealth of mature foliage, is the Common rising, by a graceful plane, to the State-House at its summit...Behind the Common you catch glimpses of the steeples and public halls of Tremont [Tri-Mountain] Street; the historic steeple of the Old South...the steeple of the Park-Street Church...the old Masonic Temple, now used as a United States court-house...new Masonic Temple....From " Picturesque America; or, The Land We Live In, A Delineation by Pen and Pencil of the Mountains, Rivers, Lakes...with Illustrations on Steel and Wood by Eminent American Artists" Vol. II, edited by William Cullen Bryant. [D. Appleton and Company, New York, 1874]
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View from Steeple of Arlington-Street Church, 1874: A Glimpse into Boston's Historic Landscape". This print captures the enchanting view from the steeple of Arlington-Street Church in Boston, Massachusetts, USA. Taken in 1874 by John Douglas Woodward, this image provides a fascinating glimpse into the city's rich history and architectural beauty. In the foreground lies the picturesque Public Garden, adorned with a charming serpentine path crossed by a sturdy granite bridge. Beyond this tranquil scene emerges the verdant expanse of the Common, its mature foliage concealing glimpses of Tremont Street's steeples and public halls. The iconic spires of historic landmarks such as Old South Church and Park-Street Church proudly pierce through nature's embrace. The State-House majestically crowns the graceful ascent of Common Hill, adding an air of grandeur to this panoramic vista. As you explore further into this mesmerizing tableau, your eyes are drawn to notable structures like the old Masonic Temple—now serving as a United States court-house—and its newer counterpart nearby. Woodward expertly captured not only Boston's architectural marvels but also its serene natural elements. The Charles River meanders peacefully alongside these urban treasures while an ornamental boating lake adds charm to this bustling metropolis. Through his lens and artistic vision, Woodward immortalizes a moment in time—a testament to both human ingenuity and nature's enduring allure. This remarkable photograph stands as a testament to our shared heritage and serves as an invitation for us all to appreciate Boston's timeless beauty.
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