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Painting & Sculpture

View of Glass Lake, c. 1855
Joseph P. Hidley
Oil on board

Hidley is best known for his wonderful townscapes, particularly his views of Poestenkill, NY where he lived. Research has shown that he was very accurate in his representation of the buildings and other details. In this view, the large brown, two-story building (detail) at the bottom right near the lake was the glass factory that gave the lake its name. Glass for windows and bottles was produced here in the early 19th century.

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