Frederick Catherwood drawings, 1833-1950
Collection context
- Creator:
- Catherwood, Frederick
- Extent:
- 7 items
- Language:
- English .
- Scope and content:
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The collection consists of 4 original drawings of sites in Jerusalem, 1 engraving of New York harbor, 1 photo stat of Montgomery Place, and 1 program for a Commemorative Exhibition held at Avery Library in 1950.
- Biographical / historical:
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Frederick Catherwood (1799-1854) was a British architect and artist known for his precise illustrations of ancient ruins. He studied architecture at the Royal Academy in London where he took a course with J.M.W. Turner. In 1821, he visited Rome and subsequently traveled to Greece, Egypt, and historic Palestine, creating sketches of antiquities. Catherwood moved to New York and established the city's only Panorama where he displayed a painting from his travels to Jerusalem. In 1836, Catherwood met John Lloyd Stephens, an American explorer and writer, and in 1839, they explored Mayan ruins in Central America. Their journey resulted in the book Incidents of Travel in Central America, Chiapas, and Yucatán.
Access and use
- Location of this collection:
- Before you visit:
- Researchers are encouraged to request materials at least one month in advance. You will receive an email from the department within 2-3 business days confirming your request and currently available appointment times. Requests are limited to 8 boxes per day (or equivalent), with a maximum of 5 boxes for off-site materials, 5 folders of drawings, or 5 rolls or tube boxes.
- Contact:
- avery-drawings@columbia.edu