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Discover a collection of iconic historical depictions of river ports in New Orleans by artists Whistler and Orr. Explore the vibrant scenes of the Thames Police, Billingsgate, Rotherhithe, and the renowned Mississippi River. Dive into the intricate details captured in these etchings and lithographs from the 19th and 20th centuries. Immerse yourself in the artistry that vividly brings to life the bustling port activities and the serene beauty of the river landscapes.
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Eagle Wharf, 1859 Etching by James Abbot McNeill Whistler
The Thames Police, 1859 Etching by James Abbot McNeill Whistler
Billingsgate, 1859 Etching by James Abbot McNeill Whistler
Rotherhithe 1860 Etching by James Abbot McNeill Whistler
The City of New Orleans and The Mississippi River, Lake Pontchatrain in the Distance, 1885 American. Stone lithograph on rag paper. 62 × 91.2 cm, The Currier & Ives Foundation, Longmont, Colorado/Library of Congress, Washington, DC
Port of New Orleans, 1928 Etching by Louis Orr From Ports of America. New Haven: Yale University
The Jolly Flatboatmen, 1847 Oil on canvas by George Caleb Bingham (American, 1811–1879) Manoogian Collection, Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York City, New York