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Perspective View of the Blockade of Boston [Harbour]

Perspective View of the Blockade of Boston [Harbour] Watercolor on laid paper
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Watercolor on laid paper by Christian Remick, circa 1768

23.5 cm x 69 cm

Graphics Framed 004


This work depicts the arrival of British troops in Boston in October, 1768. The troops were sent as a show of force following colonial protests against the Townshend Duties of 1767.

MHS owns two versions of this painting. See the other version.