Brock's Monument from the American Side – Antique Steel Engraving c.1840 by Charles James Richardson after William Henry Bartlett

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A striking antique steel engraving titled Brock's Monument (From the American Side), engraved by Charles James Richardson after a drawing … Read more A striking antique steel engraving titled Brock's Monument (From the American Side), engraved by Charles James Richardson after a drawing by renowned British landscape artist William Henry Bartlett (1809–1854). Created circa 1840, this finely detailed scene captures the scenic grandeur of the Niagara River as seen from the American shore, with Brock's Monument visible in the distance atop Queenston Heights.

The engraving shows bustling activity along the riverbank, including paddle steamers, American flags, elegant figures promenading, and dockside workers at the foreground. The distant Brock’s Monument, erected in honor of Major-General Sir Isaac Brock, commemorates a pivotal figure in the War of 1812. The view blends history, commerce, and natural splendor in one harmonious composition.

Title: Brock's Monument (From the American Side)
Artist: After William Henry Bartlett (1809–1854)
Engraver: Charles James Richardson (1806–1871)
Date: Circa 1840
Medium: Steel engraving on wove paper
Image size: 12.2 × 18.3 cm
Sheet size: 20.7 × 27 cm
Condition: Good. Clear impression with minor age toning in the margins only.

This rare and beautifully executed print is ideal for collectors of Niagara Falls memorabilia, Canadian history, or Bartlett’s travel illustrations. See less