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[A south prospect of ye flourishing city of New York in the province of New York in America, circa 1719-1721]

The earliest panoramic view of the East River and New York City, called "The Burgis View". Engraving from four plates on four sheets, issued circa 1719-1721. Drawn by William Burgis in 1717 from what is now known as Brooklyn Heights, and engraved in London by John Harris. Dedication reads: "To His Excellency Robert Hunter Esqr.
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[A south prospect of ye flourishing city of New York in the province of New York in America, circa 1719-1721]

The earliest panoramic view of the East River and New York City, called "The Burgis View". Engraving from four plates on four sheets, issued circa 1719-1721. Drawn by William Burgis in 1717 from what is now known as Brooklyn Heights, and engraved in London by John Harris. Dedication reads: "To His Excellency Robert Hunter Esqr.
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