American Art Philadelphia Harbor Made in United States, North and Central Americac. 1835-50 Thomas Birch, American (born England), 1779 - 1851 Oil on canvas * Gallery 108, American Art, first floor (Fernberger Family Gallery) 2007-65-12 Gift of the McNeil Americana Collection, 2007 |
LabelOne of the leading American marine and landscape painters of the early nineteenth century, Thomas Birch moved from England to Philadelphia in 1794. He took up marine painting during the War of 1812 and made a series of popular works chronicling the major naval battles. In addition, he produced views along the Fairmount and Jersey shores, and harbor scenes of Philadelphia and New York. This painting shows the vital commercial activity of the Delaware River, with Philadelphia's old Navy Yard in the background.* Works in the collection are moved off view for many different reasons. Although gallery locations on the website are updated regularly, there is no guarantee that this object will be on display on the day of your visit. |
