Original 19th-Century Antique Engraving – Newport, Rhode Island Beach Scene

Large dramatic wood-engraving titled:

“On the Beach at Newport, Rhode Island”

Drawn by C. G. Bush

Published in a major American illustrated periodical (Harper’s Weekly era, c. 1870s–1880s).

Highly detailed scene capturing a chaotic moment on the seaside promenade — runaway horse carriage, fleeing beachgoers, ladies in elegant Victorian dresses, parasols, children, spectators and carriages near the shoreline. Fantastic period energy & composition.

✨ Features

• Guaranteed original 19th-century print

• Large format beach scene

• Artist: Charles G. Bush

• Location: Newport, Rhode Island

• Victorian fashion, horse carriage, social scene

• Superb historical Americana subject

📏 Approx Size

~ 16.5” x 22.5” (full page, framed/mounted dimensions may differ)

🧾 Condition

Very good for age. Mild toning, light wear seen through protective wrap.

Currently mounted under protective film — ready to frame / display.

See photos for condition detail.

🎯 Collector Appeal

• Rhode Island / Newport history

• Harper’s Weekly collectors

• Victorian fashion & social life

• Equestrian / carriage art

• Beach & summer leisure history

• 19th-century American engraving

Wonderful wall display for seaside homes, hotels, coastal collectors, and Americana lovers.