New York Harbor Collection

JACQUES COUSTEAU (1910-1997). French oceanographer. Cousteau climbing into his Diving Saucer on board the Calypso docked in New York Harbor in August 1959

STATUE OF LIBERTY, 1885. Face of the Statue of Liberty before asemblage at Bedloes Island in New York Harbor, 1885

MAP: NEW YORK AREA, 1906. New York City and vicinity. Color engraving, 1906

WORLD WAR I: CAMOUFLAGE. The zebra-striped British transport ship Osterly decked out in flags in New York Harbor to celebrate the signing of the armistice, 11 November 1918. Photograph

NEW YORK: BROOKLYN BRIDGE. The Great East River Suspension Bridge. View of the Brooklyn Bridge connecting Manhattan and Brooklyn. Lithograph by Currier & Ives, 1883

NEW YORK: CUBAN SHIP. The Cuban naval ship Cuba in New York Harbor, to take part
NEW YORK: CUBAN SHIP. The Cuban naval ship " Cuba" in New York Harbor, to take part in the unveiling ceremony for the memorial to the U.S.S. Maine, 1913

The War in America: Fort Lafayette, the Federal Bastille for political prisoners, 1862. Creator: Smyth
The War in America: Fort Lafayette, the Federal Bastille for political prisoners, 1862. 'The traveller to America who enters the beautiful harbour of New York...will observe

Pilots going out on steam pilot boat New York, between 1900 and 1905. Creator: Unknown
Pilots going out on steam pilot boat New York, between 1900 and 1905

Group of pilots of steam pilot boat New York, between 1900 and 1905. Creator: Unknown
Group of pilots of steam pilot boat New York, between 1900 and 1905

Steam pilot boat "New York", between 1900 and 1905. Creator: Unknown
Steam pilot boat "New York", between 1900 and 1905

Sunset off the Battery, New York harbor, ca 1900. Creator: Unknown
Sunset off the Battery, New York harbor, ca 1900

New York City views, between 1931 and 1938. Creator: Arnold Genthe
New York City views, between 1931 and 1938

New York City views, skyline, between 1931 and 1938. Creator: Arnold Genthe
New York City views, skyline, between 1931 and 1938

New York City, New York Harbor, View from Battery Park

New York Harbor, New York, USA with the Statue of Liberty and Bayonne, New Jersey in the background

SS Great Western at New York
Vintage engraving showing the arrival of the SS Great Western at New York. SS Great Western of 1838, was an oak-hulled paddle-wheel steamship; the first purpose-built for crossing the Atlantic

Lower Manhattan skyline, New York, USA

Rear side of Statue of Liberty with US flag, Liberty Island, New York, USA

Statue of Liberty, Liberty Island, New York, USA

Immigrants Arrive At Ellis, New York, USA, c. 1895-1910 (b/w photo)
3585458 Immigrants Arrive At Ellis, New York, USA, c.1895-1910 (b/w photo) by Bain, George Grantham - Bain News Service (1865-1944); (add.info)

Statue of Liberty, New York, United States of America soon after its dedication on October 28, 1886
693677 Statue of Liberty, New York, United States of America soon after its dedication on October 28, 1886. From El Museo Popular published Madrid, 1887. by Spanish School, (19th century)

Manhattan, New York, USA. The Lower Manhattan skyline

Manhattan, New York, USA. One World Trade Center and the Lower Manhattan skyline

Liberty Island, New York Harbor, 1883 (oil on canvas)
823135 Liberty Island, New York Harbor, 1883 (oil on canvas) by Pansing, Fred (1844-1912); 71.2x102.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Liberty Island, New York Harbor. Fred Pansing (1854-1912)

Map of Upper and Lower Bays of New York Harbor (b / w photo)
5215539 Map of Upper and Lower Bays of New York Harbor (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Map of Upper and Lower Bays of New York Harbor)

Sunset, New York Harbour, 1880 (watercolour and pencil on paper laid down on paper)
985372 Sunset, New York Harbour, 1880 (watercolour and pencil on paper laid down on paper) by Farrer, Henry (1843-1903); 63.5x95.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Sunset, New York Harbour)

New York Harbor icebound (colour litho)
2819151 New York Harbor icebound (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: New York Harbor icebound. A New-York. Le port pris par les glaces)

Statue of Liberty to be erected on Bedloes Island
2975631 Statue of Liberty to be erected on Bedloes Island, print of 1885 (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The statue was unveiled in October 1886)

The New York yacht club regatta, c. 1869 (colour lithograph)
3710028 The New York yacht club regatta, c.1869 (colour lithograph) by Currier, N. (1813-88) and Ives, J.M. (1824-95); Private Collection; (add.info.: Print shows several yachts)

American War Bonds Poster, 1917 (colour litho)
PNP256703 American War Bonds Poster, 1917 (colour litho) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Liberty Enlightening the World, 1883 (chromolithograph)
2622505 Liberty Enlightening the World, 1883 (chromolithograph) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

New York Harbour, (oil on canvas)
985362 New York Harbour, (oil on canvas) by Buttersworth, James E. (1817-1894); 30.8x41.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: New York Harbour. James E. Buttersworth (1817-1894). Oil on canvas

New York Harbor from Staten Island in 1850 (litho)
5214951 New York Harbor from Staten Island in 1850 (litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: New York Harbor from Staten Island in 1850)

The New York Yacht Club Regatta, 1869 (colour litho)
3036438 The New York Yacht Club Regatta, 1869 (colour litho) by Currier, N. (1813-88) and Ives, J.M. (1824-95); (add.info)

Statue of Liberty, its construction portrayed by Scientific American
2975642 Statue of Liberty, its construction portrayed by Scientific American, 14 August 1886 (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; Peter Newark Pictures; American

Bartholdis Statue of Liberty in New York Harbor (b / w photo)
5215075 Bartholdis Statue of Liberty in New York Harbor (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bartholdis Statue of Liberty in New York Harbor)

Shamrock II and Columbia at the start of the Americas Cup, 1901 (b / w photo)
779091 Shamrock II and Columbia at the start of the Americas Cup, 1901 (b/w photo) by Detroit Publishing Co. (1880-1920); Private Collection; (add.info)

New York from the Harbor, 1905. Creator: Charles Frederick William Mielatz
New York from the Harbor, 1905

Sunset: New York Harbor
Michael Castellano

New York Harbor, 1852. Creator: Fitz Hugh Lane
New York Harbor, 1852

Packet Ship Passing Castle Williams, New York Harbor, mid 19th century

Threatening Sky, Bay of New York, mid 19th century. Creator: Thomas Chambers
Threatening Sky, Bay of New York, mid 19th century

Bay of New York, Sunset, mid 19th century. Creator: Thomas Chambers
Bay of New York, Sunset, mid 19th century

The Chinese Junk "Keying"-Captain Kellett-As she appeared in New York harbour
The Chinese Junk " Keying" -Captain Kellett-As she appeared in New York harbour July 13th, 1847-212 days from Canton.-720 tons burthen, 1847

The Bay of New York and Governors Island Taken from Brooklyn Heights, 1820-25

New York from the Heights near Brooklyn, ca. 1820-23. Creator: William Guy Wall
New York from the Heights near Brooklyn, ca. 1820-23

New York from the Harbor Showing the Battery and Castle Garden, 1858. Creator: Alfred Copestick
New York from the Harbor Showing the Battery and Castle Garden, 1858

View of the Battery, New York, 1800-1850. Creator: Unknown
View of the Battery, New York, 1800-1850

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"New York Harbor: A Tapestry of History and Wonder" Step into the vibrant tapestry of New York Harbor, where iconic landmarks and captivating moments intertwine. In 1885, as craftsmen meticulously assembled the Statue of Liberty's face on Bedloes Island, a symbol of freedom was born. The majestic Lady Liberty would soon welcome countless dreamers to these shores. In August 1959, renowned French oceanographer Jacques Cousteau embarked on an underwater adventure from the Calypso docked in this very harbor. Climbing into his Diving Saucer, he delved deep beneath the surface, unraveling mysteries hidden within its depths. A glimpse back to 1906 reveals a colorful engraving showcasing New York City and its surrounding areas. This bustling metropolis thrived amidst towering skyscrapers that would come to define its magnificent skyline. During World War I, camouflage took an unexpected form as the zebra-striped British transport ship Osterly adorned itself with bold patterns while sailing through these waters. A testament to ingenuity during times of conflict. The Cuban naval ship Cuba found solace in New York Harbor's embrace as it arrived for a momentous occasion yet unknown. It stood proudly alongside other vessels that sought refuge or purpose within these historic waters. Even Harry Houdini himself graced this harbor with his presence - a magician whose illusions captivated audiences worldwide but left them questioning reality at every turn. As history unfolded further, SS Great Western made its grand entrance into this bustling hub - a vessel that carried dreams and aspirations across vast oceans towards new horizons. Lower Manhattan's enchanting skyline emerged like an urban masterpiece against the backdrop of sparkling waters. Its towering structures mirrored ambition and progress etched upon each steel frame rising towards greatness. Amidst all wonders stands the timeless figure of liberty herself - her rear side adorned by the fluttering US flag on Liberty Island. She remains steadfast, a beacon of hope and inspiration for all who gaze upon her.