East River Collection

Manhattan, New York City, USA. Aerial view of Lower Manhattan at dusk

Busy Brooklyn Bridge the year it opened, 1883
Traffic on the Brooklyn Bridge, seen from the Manhattan side, 1883. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Brooklyn Bridge when newly opened, 1883
Brooklyn Bridge over the East River, looking toward Manhattan, 1883. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Brooklyn Bridge and Lower Manhattan skyline at night, New York City, New York, United States of America, North America

USA, New York, Long Island, Queens, Long Island City on East River

Lower Manhattan skyline and South Street Seaport across the East River, New York City, New York, United States of America, North America

Williamsburg Bridge and the East River, New York City, New York, United States of America, North America

Brooklyn Bridge at night, Manhattan, New York, USA

Manhattan skyline, Brooklyn Bridge and the East River, New York City, New York, United States of America, North America

East Midtown Skyline
Aerial view from the East River looking west of the East Midtown Manhattan skyline, New York, New York, 1950s or 1960s. Prominant structures include the United Nations Headquarters (right)

NY: BROOKLYN HEIGHTS, 1849. View of New York from Brooklyn Heights. Lithograph, 1849, by Nathaniel Currier

MONET: BRIDGE AT GIVERNY, 1900. Japanese Bridge at Giverny. Oil on canvas by Claude Monet, 1900

Brooklyn Bridge, New York City, 1883
The new Brooklyn Bridge over the East River, New York City, 1883. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

New York skyline and Brooklyn Bridge, USA, c. 1890 s
New York skyline and Brooklyn Bridge, USA, c.1890 s

USA, New York, Brooklyn, Dumbo, Manhattan Bridge

Manhattan skyline seen from Williamsburg, Brooklyn

Brooklyn bridge and Manhattan at night, New York

Sunset over Brooklyn Bridge and skyline of Manhattan Financial District in Downtown, New York City, NY, United States
Brooklyn Bridge in New York City, New York State, United States

Erie Canal boats wintering in New York harbor
Erie Canal boats anchored for the winter at the East River docks, New York City, 1880s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

View of East River and midtown Manhattan at night
New York City, East River, New York at night, midtown Manhattan, Johann Schumacher, 481716415

USA, NY, New York, Brooklyn Bridge & Lower Manhattan at Twilight

NEW YORK AS A FAMILY- New York / Manhattan&Brooklyn, Brooklyn Bridge, view across the East river
NEW YORK AS A FAMILY- New York/Manhattan&Brooklyn, Brooklyn Bridge, view across the East river and down to the Financial District

USA, New York, Brooklyn, DUMBO, Brooklyn Bridge Park

Brooklyn Bridge and Lower Manhattan / Downtown, New York City, New York, USA
Brooklyn Bridge and Lower Manhattan/Downtown, New York City, New York, USA

New York City's skyline, 1778
1574862 New York City's skyline, 1778; (add.info.: A view of the New York City's skyline, with ships in the East River, from Long Island.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Divers preparing for descent, 1850
3359185 Divers preparing for descent, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration of divers preparing for descent during the work on blowing up the Hell Gate rocks)

A diver preparing for descent, 1850
3359181 A diver preparing for descent, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration of a diver preparing for descent during the work on blowing up the Hell Gate rocks)

Steamboat pier, New York City - Families boarding an excursion steamer on the East River, 1870s
NWI4760114 Steamboat pier, New York City - Families boarding an excursion steamer on the East River, 1870s.; (add.info.: Steamboat pier)

Manhattan Bridge, 1909 (photo)
2248488 Manhattan Bridge, 1909 (photo); (add.info.: Geography. USA. Building of the Manhattan Bridge upon the East River, New York. Photo in: Je Sais Tout (magazine), France, Oct

New York skyline from Brooklyn, between 1900 and 1920. Creator: Unknown
New York skyline from Brooklyn, between 1900 and 1920

Hell Gate Bridge (New York Connecting RailroadBridge), New York, between 1915 and 1920. Creator: William H. Jackson
Hell Gate Bridge (New York Connecting RailroadBridge), New York, between 1915 and 1920

New East River bridge (Williamsburg Bridge) from Brooklyn, New York, N.Y. between 1900 and 1906. Creator: Unknown
New East River bridge (Williamsburg Bridge) from Brooklyn, New York, N.Y. between 1900 and 1906

Albany tow coming in East River, An, between 1900 and 1906. Creator: Unknown
Albany tow coming in East River, An, between 1900 and 1906

Plan of New York, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Plan of New York, 1854. From "Cassell's Illustrated Family Paper; London Weekly 31 Dec 1853 to 30 Dec 1854"

East River, Sunrise, 1862. Creator: Charles de Wolf Brownell
East River, Sunrise, 1862

New York City | Geometric Mix No. 9 colorkey
Melanie Viola

USA, New York City, elevated view of the Brooklyn bridge with the traffic lights and the Freedom tower in the background

USA, New York City, view from below of the Manhattan bridge with the sun setting on lower Manhattan

USA, New York City, people enjoying the view of the Brooklyn bridge and the skyscrapers of the financial district illuminated and reflecting in the river

USA, New York City, elevated view of the East River, Queensboro bridge and the Roosevelt island

USA, New York City, Queensboro bridge and the Roosevelt island

USA, New York City, view of the Queensboro bridge and the Roosevelt island

USA, New York City, view of the Financial District with the Granite Prospect old pier in the foreground

USA, New York City, view of Manhattan with the skyscrapers of the Financial District taken from The Granite Prospect in Brooklyn

View of Midtown Manhattan in the evening from Long Island City, New York City, USA

Lower Manhattan, New York City, USA. Aerial view of Brooklyn Bridge and Financial District at dusk

Lower Manhattan skyline and East River at dusk, Manhattan, New York, USA

USA, New York, Morning view of the skyscrapers of downtown Manhattan from the Brooklyn Heights neighborhood

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"Captivating East River: A Glimpse into the Heart of Manhattan" Behold the mesmerizing aerial view of Lower Manhattan at dusk, as the vibrant lights illuminate the city that never sleeps. The iconic Brooklyn Bridge gracefully connects two worlds, showcasing the enchanting skyline of Lower Manhattan at night. This architectural marvel, which opened its gates in 1883, witnessed a bustling crowd crossing its path during its inaugural year. As we traverse along this majestic river, we encounter Long Island City on East River - a testament to New York's diverse landscape. The panoramic view captures both the grandeur of Lower Manhattan's skyline and South Street Seaport across the shimmering waters. The Williamsburg Bridge stands tall as an emblematic structure spanning over the East River, symbolizing connectivity and progress. At nightfall, when darkness blankets Manhattan, Brooklyn Bridge emerges as a beacon of light amidst towering skyscrapers. Gazing upon East Midtown Skyline from afar evokes awe-inspiring feelings; it is a testament to human ingenuity and ambition. Such breathtaking sights have inspired artists throughout history like Nathaniel Currier who immortalized New York's beauty in his lithograph "View of New York from Brooklyn Heights" back in 1849. Even renowned painter Claude Monet found inspiration beyond borders with his masterpiece "Japanese Bridge at Giverny, " reminiscent of our very own Brooklyn Bridge. Both bridges serve as symbols bridging cultures and eras together. Since its inception in 1883 until now, Brooklyn Bridge has stood strong against time while witnessing countless stories unfold within its embrace. It remains an enduring symbol not only for New Yorkers but for all those who appreciate remarkable feats of engineering intertwined with artistic allure. So come forth and immerse yourself in the captivating charm that is East River – where history meets modernity amidst one of America's most iconic cities.