Original vintage watercolor painting depicting the Guard House at Fort Jay, Governors Island, New York Harbor. The scene features the historic round brick fortification along the waterfront, steamships navigating choppy waters, and birds in flight against a muted sky. Signed in the lower margin as Guard House Fort Jay. 11.25″ x 15.5″. Condition: Light age toning and edge wear, consistent with age. It was removed from old frame and some residue from where matting covered it, see photos. A charming maritime and architectural scene, perfect for collectors of nautical art or historical New York memorabilia.
