Architecture & Design · 19th century
€ 140
One of a kind: this is the sheet in the photographs. Ships from Langweer, the Netherlands.
Good condition overall. Vibrant hand coloring. Slight toning consistent with age. Clean margins with minimal handling wear.
This lithograph titled *Barracks and Market House, Fredericton, New Brunswick* presents a picturesque view of Fredericton as it appeared in the early 19th century. The image highlights key architectural features, including the prominent Market House with its cupola, the nearby barracks, and other surrounding buildings. In the foreground, the serene waters of the Saint John River reflect the structures, while a canoe with two figures adds movement and life to the scene. The surrounding hills and lush trees enhance the tranquil and pastoral atmosphere.
Details:
- Title: Barracks and Market House, Fredericton, New Brunswick
- Medium: Hand-colored lithograph
- Artist: Inscribed "By a Lady" (unidentified artist)
- Lithographer: Day & Haghe, Lithographers to the King
- Date: 1831
- Source: Published in *The British Dominions in North America*, by Joseph Bouchette, London, 1831, Volume 2, opposite page 110
Historical Context:
This print is a representation of Fredericton during the early 19th century when it served as a strategic military and administrative center in New Brunswick. The barracks housed British soldiers, reflecting the colonial presence in the region, while the Market House was a hub of local commerce and community activity. The inclusion of Indigenous canoes on the river acknowledges the interactions between European settlers and the Indigenous peoples of the region.
Condition Report:
Good condition overall. Vibrant hand coloring. Slight toning consistent with age. Clean margins with minimal handling wear.
