A carefully curated Flea & Frame composition, this piece is assembled from art book imagery to recreate a historic 1796 view of early New York City. The scene captures lower Manhattan as seen from Long Island (modern-day Brooklyn shoreline), offering a glimpse into the city’s earliest maritime identity.
Inspired by the historic engraving View of the City of New-York taken from Long Island, originally created by French-American artist Charles-Balthazar-Julien Févret de Saint-Mémin, the composition reflects the refined detail and documentary feel of late 18th-century printmaking.
The skyline is defined by early church spires and modest colonial structures, while sailing ships and small harbor vessels animate the foreground. The layered book-clip aesthetic enhances its archival charm, giving the impression of a preserved page from a historical atlas or antiquarian text.
Finished in a gold 8” x 6” frame, this piece brings a warm, collected feel that works beautifully in gallery walls, bookshelf styling, or layered vintage vignettes. It pairs seamlessly with other Flea & Frame curated historical pieces.
Details:
- Flea & Frame curated book clip art composition
- Inspired by 1796 New York City engraving
- Gold frame size: 8” x 6” - Table Frame
- Style: archival, historical, vintage-inspired collage
- Curated reproduction (not an original antique print)
Flea & Frame Curated Note:
Each piece is individually sourced from vintage books and printed archives, then thoughtfully paired with a frame that enhances its visual story. The goal is to give forgotten or overlooked imagery a second life—turning it into a finished, piece with character and intention.
