This is a 29"x41" watercolor of the New York theater district at the end of the 19th century. As i recall the elevated railway in this scene is the 2nd Avenue El that ran to Greeley Square. There is an interesting historic side light that I included. There is a Playbill for the New York Symphony Orchestra that was conducted by Walter Damrosch who later became the principal conductor of the New York Philharmonic in the 1920s. The charming little Forney Class locomotives were on their way out in this painting with the conversion to the electric powered cars that were invented at the end of the 19th centruy. These little engines were replaced within ten years.
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Marika Antal 31 Aug 2009
Awo!! im speechless...what a work,how long this has taken you to complite? this shod be a winner anytime anywhere!!! xxxooo from MarikaKovács János 18 Apr 2009
Marvelous!!!!Anonymous Guest 26 May 2008
Another of his originals that I own--this piece has to be seen to be appreciated. No one who spends time with it comes away unaffected. The detail is extraordinary--the mood undeniableJulie Mayser 05 Apr 2008
Very masterful artwork, Stanton.... Your portfolio is outstanding! This is like a trip back in time.....Lisa Hill 17 Nov 2007
wow, I love this one so much, I dont know why but it reminds me of Christmas. I can almost smell the street sellers with their roast chestnuts. Gentlemen and ladies all in their best to go to the theatre. Great work Stanton, your truly talented. Lisa x