"The Presidents House, Washington."

This attractive view was included in John H. Hinton's History and Topography of the United States of North America. Hinton's travel book was first published in 1830.  Its text and pleasing illustrations made the work so popular that it continued to be published in a variety of editions for over 30 years. The views were based upon the drawings and paintings of many well known artists, some of whom, worked on the spot. They were engraved by some of the most accomplished engravers of the period. This pleasing engraving shows the south facade, with its porticoes and landscaping, of the residence of the presidents of the United States at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC.

8 x 15 inches.
Hand colored steel engraving.
Excellent condition.