The Mississippi had (has) an erratic flow. Certainly at the end of the 18th century. Even in the larger cities, building a quay was of little use and that was why floating platforms were attached to mooring posts. The watercolor shows a boat with one wheel behind, the so-called stern wiler. This type of boat was not only cheaper to build but also easier to lay sideways but was not as fast as the so-called side-wheelers. If you look at old images, it is striking that there are so many people yawning and doing nothing. Image size: 260 x 360 mm
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James Mann 18 Jul 2019
Well well... a stern wheeler. The Rose Mary looks to be a split freighter, passenger rig. Interesting times. I just finished the Natchez. She's strictly a tourist boat... mostly a reproduction, with a 1925 engine. I'll post it in a few days. Thanks. JimAl Budarin 12 Jul 2019
Incredible Talent Wonderful ArtistryMark Peterson 12 Jul 2019
Nice work as always Ivo...Joanie Holliday 12 Jul 2019
WONDERFUL DETAILED WORK IVO.Sharon De Vore 12 Jul 2019
ALWAYS WONDERFUL DETAILS IN YOU AMAZING WATERCOLORS, IVO.