Handsome original steel engraving from a sketch by William Henry Bartlett, printed more than 130 years ago.

  • It is titled The Narrows, Lake George


  • The image area measures 5" x 7" on a larger sheet of heavy paper (overall size: 9½" x 12¼"). It was engraved by F.W. Topham.


  • The view depicts a small stretch of the central section of the lake north of Bolton on the east side of Tongue Mountain.


  • Two small craft are in the water, a sailing canoe and a row boat with a fisherman. Shorelines are thickly forested, and a steep peak can be seen through the clouds in the distance.


  • Condition:  This engraving is in very good condition, bright and clean, with no marks, rips, or tears. It is uncolored, as issued, and is blank on the back, with no printing on the reverse side. Please see the scans and feel free to ask any questions.


  • This is an original, authentic antique engraving, not a reproduction or modern reprint, and it is fully guaranteed to be genuine.


  • It was published in Mountain, Lake, and River, by Estes and Lauriat, Boston, 1885.


  • William Henry Bartlett (1809-1854) was a British landscape artist famous for his views of all parts of the world. His works are avidly sought by collectors.


  • This engraving would look very handsome matted and framed. It would also make a perfect gift, and we'll include our helpful framing tips for your reference, along with a photocopy of the title page from the book in which it was published.


  • Buy with confidence! We are always happy to combine shipping on the purchase of multiple items — just make sure to pay for everything at one time, not individually.

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