Milbert Collection

History of the United States. Ruins of Fort Ticonderoga. State of New York. Built by the French in 1755 and captured by the British in 1759

United States. Niagara Falls. Engraving by Van der Burgh. Panorama Universal. History of the United States of America, from 1st edition of Jean B.G

United States. Niagara Falls. Engraving by Milbert. Panorama Universal. History of the United States of America, from 1st edition of Jean B.G

United States, New York State. Little Falls. Mohawk River valley rapids and rocks. A canal was constructed around the rapids about 1795. Engraving by Milbert. Panorama Universal

United States. View of Saratoga city. Engraving by Milbert. Panorama Universal. History of the United States of America, from 1st edition of Jean B.G

Waterfall on Schoole'y Mountain, New Jersey, USA
United States of America. Waterfall on Schoole'y Mountain, New Jersey. Engraving by L. Thienon, drawn by Milbert. Panorama Universal

Camp meeting of the Methodists in North America, ca 1819. Private Collection

METHODIST CAMP MEETING. Camp meeting of the Methodists in North America. Aquatint engraving, 1819, after J.G. Milbert

CAMP MEETING, 1819. American Methodists proceeding to their Camp Meeting. Aquatint, English, 1819, after Jacques G

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Exploring the rich history of the United States through art, we encounter the engravings of Milbert, a name synonymous with capturing the beauty of iconic landmarks such as Niagara Falls and Fort Ticonderoga. However, Milbert is not just a renowned artist; he shares a historical connection with Bishop William Van Mildert. The Bishop, born in 1765, served as the last Palatine Bishop of Durham from 1826 until his death in 1836. His influence extended beyond religious matters, as he played a pivotal role in the establishment of Durham University. Meanwhile, in America, Methodists gathered for their camp meetings, an essential part of their faith, as depicted in Milbert's 1819 aquatint engraving. This artistic and historical connection between Milbert and Van Mildert spans continents and eras, offering a fascinating glimpse into the past.