Capture a moment of early 19th-century Brooklyn with this postcard featuring Francis Guy’s winter scene from around 1818. The artwork reflects a serene, historical winter landscape, offering a refined glimpse into the past. Ideal for collectors and admirers of historical art, this postcard brings understated charm and a sophisticated connection to Brooklyn’s rich heritage.
Francis Guy was an English-born American painter. Mostly remembered for his topographic views of Brooklyn, Guy is today highly regarded as one of America's earliest and most important landscape artists
New York, New York: The Elie and Sarah Hirschfeld Collection, features highlights from a transformative promised gift to The New York Historical by prominent philanthropists and art collectors Elie and Sarah Hirschfeld, alongside recent additions to their private collection. New York, New York showcases a stunning array of works honoring the Big Apple—from its bustling harbors to its Harlem diners, Village speakeasies, sleek skyscrapers, and gritty streetscapes. On view September 5, 2025 - August 6, 2026.
