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The Rocky Mountains, Western Frontier Landscape – Antique Engraving, ca.1873
$274.96
£205.21
€230
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A$414.88
CHF 218.45
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About the Item
The Rocky Mountains, Western Frontier Landscape – Antique American Engraving
This refined 19th-century engraving titled The Rocky Mountains presents a serene yet expansive view of the American West, capturing the frontier landscape at a moment when it was still largely unknown to the wider public. The composition opens onto a broad river in the foreground, where mounted figures and small groups gather at the water’s edge beneath tall trees, while the vast plains extend toward the distant snow-capped peaks of the Rocky Mountains. The scene balances human presence with overwhelming natural scale, emphasizing the grandeur and remoteness of the western territories.
The image was painted by W. H. Whittemore and engraved by R. Hinshelwood, and published in New York by D. Appleton
Co. The print was issued under U.S. copyright, reflecting its intended circulation among an educated American audience eager for visual representations of the country’s westward expansion. Works such as this played a crucial role in shaping the 19th-century imagination of the frontier, presenting the Rockies not as an obstacle but as a majestic and attainable horizon.
The engraving is notable for its subtle tonal gradations and careful handling of light. The reflective surface of the river, the soft foliage of the trees, and the sharply defined mountain range in the distance demonstrate the engraver’s technical skill and sensitivity to atmosphere. The small scale of the figures—likely frontier travelers or Indigenous inhabitants—reinforces the narrative of exploration and coexistence within an immense and largely untouched environment.
As an image, The Rocky Mountains sits firmly within the tradition of American landscape art that sought to document and idealize the natural world during the period of westward expansion. It appeals to collectors of American views, early Western imagery, and 19th-century landscape prints, as well as to interior designers seeking a calm, contemplative work with historical depth. The horizontal format and open composition make it especially suitable for prominent wall display.
Condition report
Good antique condition. Light age toning and scattered foxing, mainly in the margins. The engraved image remains clean and well-defined. A visible plate mark is present. No major tears or losses observed.
Framing suggestions
Best presented in a natural walnut or ebonized frame with a wide off-white mat to emphasize the spacious composition. A double mat with a subtle inner line can enhance depth while maintaining a refined, museum-style appearance.
Technique: Steel engraving
Maker: R. Hinshelwood after W. H. Whittemore, New York, 1873
- Dimensions:Height: 9.18 in (23.3 cm)Width: 12.45 in (31.6 cm)Depth: 0.01 in (0.2 mm)
- Materials and Techniques:Paper,Engraved
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1873
- Condition:Good antique condition. Light age toning and faint spotting in the margins, consistent with age. The image itself is strong and clear, with good contrast. A visible plate mark is present. No major tears or losses observed.
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: BG-14129-241stDibs: LU3054347991512
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