Mr. Augustine, Painter and Designer, Having followed this business in several towns in Europe, offers his Services and talents to the public. He gives lessons in town, and at his house, in all the branches of drawing, whether figured, flowered or plain, architecture, fortification, geometric &c. He also takes portraits very exact, whether in miniature, in pencil-work or in oil. Enquire at No 24 Pearl street near the battery.—Argus. Greenleaf's New Daily Advertiser, April 27, 1797.

Henry Benbridge, Sen.—Portrait Painting. The subscriber having but lately arrived, solicits the patronage of the Ladies and Gentlemen of New York, in the above polite art. Some specimens may be seen at Mrs. Brasier's corner of Greenwich and Cortlandt streets, where he hopes he should be honored with their Company. Henry Benbridge, Sen.—Mercantile Advertiser, July 4, 1799.

B. Birch.—At Mr. Stites's, N. 178, Queen street, Likenesses (Simply imitative of the originals) are painted in crayons, at one Guinea each; with elegant oval gilt frames included. Seals and Copperplates, Cyphers, Crests, Toys, Trifles, &c. Engraved.

Hair Devices set in Rings, Lockets, &c. Watches repaired; and any Wheel, arbor, Pevot, Spring, Cock, Slide, Figure-piece, verge, &c. made new and fitted.

Watch Glasses fitted at one shilling each, and a quantity to be sold cheap for ready cash. Any curious Punch or Instrument made in steel, iron, brass, &c. By B. Birch, from London.—Loudon's New-York Packet, November 25, 1784.

Lewis Clephan, Portrait Painter, Begs Leave to acquaint the Ladies and Gentlemen, that he has removed from Chapel-Street to Crown-Street, No. 28, where he Paints Likenesses, whole, half and quarter Lengths, on the lowest and most reasonable Terms. He therefore returns his most gratefull acknowledgements for the Encouragement he has already received, and hopes a continuance of their Favours; he binds himself, if his Lieknesses are not Striking and Approved of, he requires no pay. Any Ladies or Gentlemen who please to favor him with their Employ, may depend upon the strictest Attention being paid to their Orders, and their Business done with the greatest Attention and Dispatch. N.B. Miniature Painting, Hair Work, &c. done in the neatest Manner.—Independent Journal: or, the General Advertiser, May 16, 1787.

John Colles.—Miniature Profiles, No. 20, Golden-Hill, opposite the Sign of the Unicorn; J. Colles, Having had the honour of taking off the Profiles of many of the Nobility in England and Ireland, begs leave to inform the ladies and gentlemen in New-York, that he takes the most striking Likeness in Miniature Profile, of any Size, at so low a price as Two Dollars each, framed and glazed: A specimen only (which may be seen at Hugh Gaine's) can furnish an idea of the execution. Hours of attendance from 10 o'clock in the morning till 4 in the afternoon. It requires only a moments setting.—New-York Gazette, and the Weekly Mercury, November 9, 1778.

John Colles.—... N.B. He has a few instruments made on an entire new plan, for reducing of likeness & which he will sell at two Guineas each, with which he will instruct the purchaser the use of them, and the whole act of reducing figures of any size; he will have in a few days a neat assortment of pattern ribbons and handkerchiefs, which will be worth the attention of the Ladies.

A curious Magic Lanthorn will be exhibited this and every evening this week at 7 o'clock precisely, at Mr. Luca's, almost opposite the Coffee-House. Tickets at two Shillings, to be had of John Colles at the above place.—Royal Gazette, May 10, 1780.

Mr. Demelliere [Auguste Demillière], Having arrived from Paris, Informs the public, that he takes the best Likeness in Miniature, Oil Colours, or Crayons. He also makes fancy Paintings of all kinds. He will give lessons in Painting and Drawing. His wife will instruct in Drawing and Painting. Those Ladies who would wish to acquire those talents; every thing necessary for Painting and Drawing are to be found at his house, viz. crayons, colours, pencils, port crayons, India ink, painting and drawing paper. Amateurs who wish to see his cabinet of paintings, composed of about one hundred papers of the best masters of Italy, Flanders and France, may see them every day from 3 to 5 o'clock in the afternoon, at his house in Pearl-street, No. 24, near the Battery.—The Diary, January 28. 1797.

Ralph Earl.—Last Sunday arrived in town from England, by way of Boston, Mr. Ralph Earl, a native of Massachusetts; he has passed a number of years in London under those distinguished and most celebrated Masters in Painting, Sir Joshua Reynolds, Mr. West, and Mr. Copley. The gentleman now proposes to enter upon his profession in this city, where a specimen of his abilities may be seen on calling at Mr. Rivington's No. 1 Queen street.—Independent Journal: or, the General Advertiser, November 2, 1785 [news item].

William Franks, Miniature Painter, at No. 20, Broad Street. Intending shortly to go into the country for the season, wishes to serve as many of his friends as possible before he goes. All persons have any demands on him are desired to apply.—New-York Daily Advertiser, June 20, 1797.

W. Franks Miniature Painter, at No. 167 William Street, near the North Church continues taking approved Likeness on the lowest terms, he engages to give satisfaction before he receives payment. Ladies and Gentlemen waited on.—Argus. Greenleaf's New Daily Advertiser. May 15, 1798.

[Louis Matthieus] Girault, Painter and Limner, No. 77 Murray-Street, Respectfully offers his services to the public and connoisseurs. He paints Portraits and warrants the likeness; he also executes paintings of every discription; and teaches Drawing. Two front rooms, one of which is furnished, to be let.—French and American Gazette, November 18, 1795.

[Louis Matthieus] Girault, at 241 Broadway, Continues to take Miniature and Portrait Likenesses; where he will be thankful for the favor of his friends and the public—New-York Daily Advertiser, January 3, 1797.

Alexander Gowan.—Drawing taught at No 64 Maiden Lane. The utility and advantage of this polite branch of education is too well known to need any comment, it being the only means by which either the mechanic, artist, or engineer can form an exact idea of the methods by which their designs can be rendered easy or practicable. Landschapes [sic], Figures, Flowers, Architecture, with the theory and practice of perspective mad easy.

The methods of teaching are new and expeditious and according to the rules of the first masters in Europe. Striking likenesses painted in Miniature, Crayons, and in Oil, by A. Gowan, from London. Ladies or Gentlemen will be waited on at their own lodgings if required. The terms are moderate and may be known by applying at No 64 Maiden.—New-York Daily Advertiser. January 2, 1798 [Mrs. Gowan advertised the same year at the above address as a milliner and mantua maker.]

C[hristian] Gullager Portrait and theatrical Painter, No. 58 Maiden Lane, New York, executes Portraits, from whole lengths to busts, on any scale; Decorations for public and private buildings; Frontispieces of Vignets, for publications of history, allegory or sentiment; Painting on silk, for military standards, or other ornamental purposes.

N.B. He requests those who may honour him with their preference to call at his room from 10 to 12 A.M. and from 3 to 5 P.M. Should his talents and terms meet their approbation, he will with pleasure and punctually attend professional orders.—The Time Piece; and Literary Companion, June 23, 1797.

Peter Henri.—A Miniature Painter, Lately arrived from France, Presents his respects to his friends, and the public in general, and informs them that he draws Likenesses of Ladies and Gentlemen at the lowest price, and engages the painting to be equal to any in Europe. Should the Likenesses not be approved of after drawing, they will be taken back. Those ladies and gentlemen who will please to honor him with their command, will be so kind as to enquire at Mrs. Davis's, No 42, Hanover-square, opposite Mr. Peter Goelet's. Peter Henri.—New York Daily Advertiser, May 3, 1788.

Peter Henri.—Miniature Painting. Mr. Peter Henri begs leave to inform the public and his friends, that he lives No. 59 Pearl Street (formerly No 3, Great Dock Street.) The Ladies and Gentlemen who are desirous of being acquainted with the merit of his performances in painting, as well as Likenesses, are invited to call at his house above mentioned, where they may see some speciments of his abilities in Miniature Painting. N.B. Those who might wish to be drawn privately may depend upon an inviolable secrecy.—Weekly Museum, Septem ber 13, 1794.

John Lawrence, Drawing-Master, presents his respectful compliments to the Ladies, and Gentlemen of New-York, and its environs, begs leave to inform them that he purposes teaching Drawing. Those Ladies and Gentlemen that please to employ him may depend on his using his utmost assiduity... N.B. Specimens of his abilities may be seen by applying to said Lawrence.—Rivington's New-York Gazette, and Universal Advertiser, December 6, 1783.

Mr. Mack, Miniature painter, Whose performances have been so much admired by the lovers and promoters of the Fine Arts, returns his grateful thanks, for the very liberal encouragement he has received in this City, and begs a continuence of favors, which he hopes to merit, being so fortunate as never to fail taking the most striking likeness of every subject he attemps. New York Maiden Lane, No. 43.—The Weekly Museum, August 3, 1793.

J. Manly.—No 59 Wall street, near the Federal Hall. Miniature and Profile Painting and Hair work, The European Artist who takes the most correct likeness, in four minutes, and finished as miniatures in a masterly stile of painting, from two to ten guineas, and profiles at 6 dollars, is just returned from a tour thro' the Indies. The improvement he has made by the great practice he has had in the art, will be best seen in his works, which may be viewed every day, free of expence. His stay will not exceed 31 days, and therefore earnestly entreats Ladies and Gentlemen, who wish to employ him, or see his works to pay attention to Ladies and Gentlemen only, who sit for likeness, he will give an exhibition of some beautiful views and paintings in perspective gratis. J. Manly.—New-York Daily Advertiser, June 15, 1793.

James Martin,—Portrait Painting pleaseng and striking likeness taken to any size in crayons or pestols [pastels] on moderate terms, at No 8, Wall-street, nearly opposite the presbyterian church, by Mr. Martin, from London. Profile shades taken at 1 dollar each, one minutes sitting only required. Miniatures neatly executed.—New-York Daily Advertiser, May 12, 1797. [Also advertised in the New Jersey Journal, September 23, 1795, as `miniature painter from New York, late of Fleet Street, London.'

[Peter J.] Meance, Painter in miniature, pupil of the academy of Paintings of Paris, offers his services to the public. He adds to his pictures the natural colouring to the likenss. He will also teach drawing to scholars—the persons who desire to judge of his talents will see his works by favouring him in calling at No. 21 King George-street.—New-York Daily Advertiser, March 1, 1793. [Moved to the corner of Roosevelt and Chatham street, New-York Daily Advertiser, May 7, 1793.]

[Peter J.] Meance, Miniature Painter, No. 106, Maiden Lane, at Mr. Blemon's, French Druggist, Respectfully informs the Public that he keeps a drawing Academy, open every day (Saturday excepted) from eight till ten, and continues to take likeness to the satisfaction of all who favor him with their confidence.—French and American Gazette, December 16, 1795.

Peter J. Meance. Take Notice. M. Meance Miniature Painter, begs leave to inform such persons, as have left their portraits with him to come or send for them before saturday next, as he is going to Albany, and will not return till the month of September next.—New-York Daily Advertiser, May 12, 1796.

Peter J. Meance.—Miniature and Crayon Painting, P.J. Meance has the honour to inform the public, that he has removed from his former residence to No. 62 Broadway, where he continues to take Likenesses in Miniatiure, and Portraits in oil and crayon, and executes painting upon silk in the meatest manner. He also solicits their patronage to an Academy, where drawing and painting are taught in their various branches, on reasonable terms. Those ladies and Gentlemen who may favor his exertions, he flatters himself will have reason to be well satisfied with the natural and elegant manner in which his works are finished.—New-York Daily Advertiser, June 10, 1797.

J. Mitchell.—Portraits in Italian Crayons, and in Miniature, for Lockets, Bracelets, or Rings, are painted by J. Mitchell, No. 59, Cherry-Street. No picture will be delivered unless it is a likeness.—The Royal Gazette, May 5, 1779.

Francis Anderson Morris.—The subscriber... intends...to open School... in Spelling, Reading, writing and Arithmetic... Francis Anderson Morris. Profile Likeness Executed in the neatest and exact manner, at the reasonable price of, Half a Dollar each by said Morris. Ladies and Gentlemen will be waited on at their own houses if required.—The Daily Advertiser, August 18, 1787.

Philip Parisen.—Striking Likenesses. Philip Parnsei [Parisen], most respectfully informs his friends and the public in general, that he has returned to this city; and that he takes the most correct likenesses in minuature [sic] and profile paintings, by a method entirely new he also executes in a very elegant stile mourning devices, fancy pieces, &c. in hair. Each likeness is given elegantly framed or reduced upon whitened Ivory to set in rings, lockets, &c. price from Two to Eight Dollars, and should any not be approved of it will be taken back and no payment required. From his late improvements, and highest estimation in which his likenesses are held, and the extensive patronage he has received in the fourteen states, he flatters himself, that the ladies and gentlemen of this city will honor him with their commands, to execute which to their perfect satisfaction, his unremitting endeavours will be directed. Speciment [sic] of his performance may be seen at his room No. 171, Queen-street, near Peck-slip, or at Mr. Cary Dunn's goldsmith, corner of Maiden-lane and William street. N.B. He likewise makes all kinds of gold lockets, bracelets, mourning rings, &c. on the very lowest terms. Wanted to purchase old gold, for which the utmost value will be given.—New-York Daily Advertiser, June 15, 1791.

Philip Parisen.—Miniature Painting No 9 Smith-street street between Wall and Princess-street. Philip Parisen respectfully returns his sincere thanks to his friends and the public in general for their patronage and begs leave to inform them that from his late improvements he takes the most correct likenesses, and makes all kinds of gold lockets, bracelets, mourning rings &c. on the very lowest terms, and on the shortest notice. Mr. Parisen will engage from this date to take back and demand no payment, for any of his performances, that should, not prove entirely satisfactory.—The Diary, February 16, 1792.

Philip Parisen.—Miniature Painting. P. Parisen, respectfully informs the public that he continues to take the most correct likenesses in Miniature, and executes all kinds of devices in hair, agreeable to any fancy, in the most elegant stile; he has a machine for taking perfect profile likenesses in black shades, which only requires one moment sitting, and finishes them at the moderate price of one dollar each; gold bracelets,lockets, etc. for Miniatures to be had on the lowest terms, at No. 15, William street, opposite Slote lane, where specimens of his performance may be seen, or at Mr. Cary Dunn's goldsmith, corner of Maiden lane and Liberty street.—Weekly Museum December 20, 1794.

Philip Parisen.—Miniature Painting. P. Parisen has removed to No. 252 William Street where he continues to take approved likenesses on reasonable terms. Profile shades at one dollar each, and all kinds of devices executed with hair. N.B. Specimens of his performance to be seen as above.—New-York Daily Advertiser, May 25, 1798. [Notices of Parisen run through 1799.]

Parisen & Co..—Portrait and Miniature Painting. Mess. Parisen & Co. respectfully informs the Ladies and Gentlemen, that they Paint Likeness in Portrait and Miniature, on very moderate terms, the Painting and Likeness will be warranted to please. N.B. Profile Shades taken at one dollar each. Specimens of their performances to be seen at their house, No 252 William Street.—Argus. Greenleaf's New Daily Advertiser, July 14, 1798. [Parisen advertised that he returned from the country, Daily Advertiser, November 13, 1798.]

Mr. [Charles Willson] Peale is much indebted to the very ingenious inventor of the new lamps, for the brillancy of his evening exhibitions. The first of this curious sort of lamps (which in burning consumes the smoke) was brought to this city by his excellency doctor Franklin from which Mr. Peale has lamps, made here, as follows, viz. eight lamps with treble tubes; three large single lamps, and two of a smaller size; which, at a very moderate calculation, give more light than 200 candles would. This may serve to shew the great utility of such lamps where much light is wanting.—Tjhe Daily Advertiser, January 5, 1786 [Philadelphia news item].

Charles Willson Peale.—We are informed by a correspondent, that Mr. Peale, the portrait Painter, from Philadelphia, will be in this city in a few days, to take the likeness of his Excellency the President of Congress, and some other public characters, in order to add to his gallery of pictures.—New-York Packet, August 28, 1786 [news item].

Mr. [Charles Willson] Peale has now preserved in his museum of curiosities, a gold Pheasant, one of those beautiful birds of China, which the Marquis de La Fayette presented to his excellency General Washington, and which it is said cost him 16 guineas.—New-York Daily Advertiser, March 12, 1787 [Philadelphia news item].

Peale's Museum.—The Bow. An African Prince subdued in battle, capitulated for his bow and quiver—a bauble bought his life. A British merchant sent him to South-Carolina, where he was used as a slave. A placid countenance, and submissive manners, marked his resignation; and preserved him in all situations, the possession of his arms—the only companions he had left—the sole objects of his affections. His stateliness and strength recommended him to Colonel Mott, a humane master, in whose service he died, in steadfast faith of a certain resurrection in his native state.

The bow and quiver were preserved as relics of a faithful slave, in the Colonel's family, who gratefully remember the services, the fortitude, and the fidelity of the trusty, the gentle Iambo.

In the campaign of 1781, the widow of Colonel Mott, (who died a patriot) was banished from her house, on the river Congaree, then fortified by a British garrison; the garrison was besieged by a small detachment from the American army, whose approaches were soon within bow-shot. The widow, who lived in a cottage in sight of the fort, was informed that the preservation of her house was the only impediment to its reduction—and she was informed of the expedients proposed. Here, said she, (presenting the African bow and quiveri) are the materials—Iambo never used these arrows and I fear they are poisoned; use them not, therefore, ever against your enemies—but take the bow, any arrow will waft the match. Spare not the house, so you expel the foe. The blazing roof prduced submission—the Britons dropped their arms—the Americans entered the house, and both joined to extinquish the flames.

The misfortunes of a Prince, and the heroism of a lady, are not uncommon—the novelty is the Bow—a stem of genuine bamboo—which, destined for the defence of Liberty in Africa, served the same cause in America, was preserved by an officer of the patriot army—presented to Mr. Peale and is not deposited in his museum.—Gazette of the United States, August 19, 1789 [Philadelphia news item].

Charles Willson Peale.—Museum. Mr. Peale is highly sensible of the obligations he is under to the gentlemen of several of the states distant, as well as near who have kindly assisted him with such curious articles as they possess'd for advancing his museum: and is not unmndful of what he owes to others, who would chearfully add their help if it were not for their doubts of what articles would be suitable. He however hopes they will no longer be discourage on his head when they are assured there is scarcely any thing altho otherwise seemingly insignificant, but what may be valuable to such a collection, from the smallest article to the greatest that is new uncommon or curious.

He especially wishes to collect into one view, specimens of various kinds of wood growing in America, they may be in cubes of two or three inches; all sort of fossils, minerals spares, stone, sand, clay, marble, and earthly substances; from a better knowledge whereof the arts will derive improvement, especially in the manufacturing of Porcelaine, earthen, and stone wares, and in the various useful metals.

It will always be acceptable to have some account (if known) where they grow, or where found and whether alone, or with but a few, or with appearances of their being in large quantities, and with any particular circumstances, that may attend them. Besides the above particular subjects, curiosities or rare things of every other kind are desirable: birds, beasts, reptiles, insects alive or dead, tools, dresses, utensils, or other articles heretofore, or at present in use among the Indians of America. One or more of their clay or stone pots are particularly desired.

If numbers of the articles are collected in the museum, a part of them will be exchanged with the proprietors of other Collections, for our information.

It will be obliging in the Printers, friends of science, in the other states as well as this, if they will give the above a place in their newspapers. Mr. Peale respectfully invites them to view his museum and will be happy to see them when they visit Philadelphia.—New-York Weekly Chronicle, March 5, 1795.

Charles Willson Peale and Rembrandt Peale.—The American Pantheon or Peale's Collection of Portraits of American Patriots will be exhibited [a long list follows of portraits of presidents of Congress, presidents of the State of Pennsylvania, general officers and miscellaneous persons]... Each visitor will be presented with an Historical Catalogue, which will be acceptable, though not designed to exhibit either a minute or circumstantial detail, concerning the characters forming this collection. Many of them are still living, and here delicacy enjoins reserve. All therefore now offered is a simple Biographical outline the colouring we leave to Posterity.

R. Peale offers his service to the Public, for a short time as a Portrait Painter.—The Diary and Mercantile Advertiser, May 8, 1798.

Titian R. Peale and Charles Willson Peale.—Died. of the prevailing Fever at the county seat of Nicholas Depeyster Esq. at Bloomingdale, on the night of the 19 inst. Titian R. Peale, son of Mr. Charles W. Peal Proprietor of the Philadelphia Museum, in the twentieth year of his age. America has cause to mourn her loss in the death of this amiable youth. His genius as a naturalist had already displayed itself in an eminent degree; he was preparing to explore our Western World and South America to collect and preserve subjects of natural history, and had it been the will of the Supreme Disposer of all things to have continued him on the theatre of action; there was every prospect of his having acted a part that would have done honor to himself and his country.—New-York Daily Advertiser, September 21, 1798.

Francis Rabineau, Limner, Respectfully informs the public, that he has lately removed to this city, and resides at the end of Greenwich street, opposite to the late Mr. Dean's dock. He carries on the business of a Limner in all its parts, particularly crayon, pastelle and miniature likeness; Hair Work and other Devices for Rings or Lockets. Being already employed by a number of the most respectable inhabitants of this city, he has been so fortunate as to give full satisfaction. He delivers Likeness as large as the life (when not exceeding twenty four inches in length) neatly framed, gilt and glazed, and in every respect completely finished, for the moderate price of eight dollars; and if no likeness, no pay.

Those who may please to encourage him in his profession, may have an opportunity of seeing some of his performances, by applying at his house, or, as he lives at a distance from the centre of the city, any lady or gentlemen, upon leaving their names at Mr. Fleming's, No 10 Broad street or at Mr. Hardie, corner of Crown and Lombard street, will be immediately waited on.—New-York Daily Gazette, June 6, 1791.

Frances Rabineau, [after giving his sincere thanks to the public, for their past favors,] Respectfully informs the public, that he has removed from Vesey street, to Murray-street, No. 8. He continues to Draw Likenesses in Miniature, and Crayon Painting, At the moderate price of 6 dollars per picture. Likenesses in crayon he completes in full bust, glazed and with elegant gilded frames, at the low price of Four Pounds. He also does all kinds of Hair-Work for Lockets and Rings, Both with natural and dissolved hair, at the shortest notice.

Those persons who live in the center of the city, will be pleased to leave their commands at Captain Robert Provoosts' at the above mentioned place, or at Mr. James Byrne's, Jeweller and Silversmith, No. 33 Fly Market. N.B. Ladies and Gentlemen will be waited on in their respective houses, at any hour or day they chuse to appoint, and no additional expence, by their humble servant.—The Diary; or Loudon's Register, December 3, 1792.

J[ohn]. Ramage, Miniature Painter, Chappel Street, No. 77, begs leave to acquaint his friends he has received by the last vessels from England, a large assortment of Ivory Chrystals, and Cases, with every other thing necessary in his branch of business.—Royal Gazette, November 15, 1780.

Mr. [John] Ramage, Miniature Painter, (at his house No. 25 William Street,) Whose likenesses have been so much approved of. Has received from London, by the Edward, Captain Coupar, The greatest variety of settings for pictures that ever appeared in America, viz. Plain gold, gold beaded, elegantly chased and engraved, enamelled, set round with pearl, paist and garnet, from One Guinea to twenty each; and as his curious Devices in Hair, have been so much admired, he has furnished himself with every article that its wore in, the greatest variety of Rings, plain, beaded, enamelled, and set; do. locket, handkerchief, and shirt pins; do Lockets for hair and pictures; do. Bracelets, Shirt Buckles, and Buffonts, etc. And as he has them directly from the manufacturers, he will dispose of them at 25 per cent less than any of the aritcles can be sold for in this City.—Independent Journal: or, the General Advertiser January 24, 1784.

Archibald and Alexander Robertson.—Columbian Academy of Painting, No 90, William Street, New York, Archibald & Alexander Robertson, Limners, Paint portraits, miniatures, designs from nature and for engraving after, &c. At their Academy Ladies and Gentlemen are instructed in Drawing and Painting heads, figures, history pieces, landscapes, flowers, architecture, perspecptive, &c. in Indian ink, water colors, &c. Classes for ladies are opened (for the ensuing season) from three till five O'clock afternoon, on Tuesday's, Thursday's and Saturday's. And for gentlemen an evening class, from 7 till 9 o'clock on the same days of the week. Private tuition as usual.—The Diary; or Evening Register, November 1, 1794.

Archibald and Alexander Robertson, Limners, Beg leave to acquaint the ladies and gentlemen of New-York, that since being burnt out at No. 135 William Street, the Columbian Academy of Painting is kept at No. 79 Liberty Street, (late Crown) street, a few doors west of Broadway. Portraits and miniatures, &c. painted as usual, and ladies and gentlemen instructed in painting &c. in public and private classes.—New-York Daily Advertiser, April 5, 1796.

Archibald and Alexander Robertson—Columbia Academy of Painting, No. 79 Liberty street, Archibald and Alexander Robertson, Limners, paints Portraits, Designs for Engraving, &c. Miniatures of all kinds of devices on ivory, &c. At the Academy, Ladies and Gentlemen are instructed in drawing and painting in water colours, chalks, &c., on paper, tiffany, silks, &c.; history devices, heads, figures, landscapes, flowers, patterns of all kinds for work, architecture and perspective, &c. Classes for the ensuing season are opened for Ladies from six till eight in the morning, on Mondays, Wednesday and Fridays; and for Gentlemen on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays at the same hours. N.B. Private tuition as usual.—New-York Daily Advertiser, May 1, 1797.

William Rowand, Portrant-Painter, (Lately from Glasgow) Proposes at his lodgings, No. 59, Wall-Street, if encouragement offers soon, to begin painting in miniature, the weather not permitting painting in large, longer, and, to teach gentlemen and ladies the art of drawing. At his lodgings, now, the lovers of the fine arts, may see an original Painting in oil, by #imself, emblematic of the times.—The Royal Gazette, December 6, 1777.

Edward Savage.—Greenwich-street No. 222. The first proper Panorama ever seen in this city. A complete view of the magnificent cities of London, Westminster, and Borough of Southwark, is open every day from 10 o'clock in the morning until 3 in the afternoon; it can be seen to advantage in a cloudy as well as a clear day, owing to a late improvement in the method of lighting. It will also be open every pleasant evening, from early candle light, until half past 9 o'clock; and it is said that the view by night is greatly improved. This is the first proper Panorama ever exhibited in this city, because it is a compleat circle—the visitors are introduced on the top of the Albion Mills, in the centre of the building, where they find themselves entirely surrounded by the cities, at one end of Black Friars Bridge on the bank, of the Thames. This picture contains between 5 and 6 hundred square feet of painting more than the former which was exhibited in the same place, and is the production of Mr. E. Savage of Boston—everything that appeared in the view from the top of the Albion Mills as far as the eye can see, is visible in this painting in their proper places. It shews a circle of nearly 130 feet and 20 in height, exposing a surface of nearly 3000 square feet. A compleat ground plan of the whole of the view is at the Panorama, when the visitors will see where they are situated. The proprietor will attend to give such information as may be required respecting the noble bridges and principal edifices &c &c. C. Baker proprietor.

N.B. Transparent Lanthorn will be suspended at the door in the evenings. Admittance Half a Dollar.—Commercial Advertiser, October 4, 1797.

Edward Savage.—Washington family. This Print executed by E. Savage of Philadelphia is now ready for delivery to the subscribers, No. 66 Nassau Street, N. York.—New-York Daily Advertiser, May 2, 1798.

James Sharples.—Removals. Mr. Sharples, Portrait Painter, No. 7 Upper Read Street, near the North East corner of Broadway.—New-York Gazette and General Advertiser, May 4, 1799. [Other removal notices: New-York Commercial Advertiser, December 14, 1797, and The Argus, May 11, 1799.]

Mrs. [James] Sharple's Collection of Portraits of distinquished characters, will be submitted to public inspection during the present month only at 104 Broadway, opposite Trinity Church. Admittance 1-4 of a dollar.—New-York Daily Advertiser, July 17, 1798.

Mr. [James] Sharple's Collection of original Portraits, Consisting of upwards of two hundred of the most distinquished characters in the United States may be seen, and copies obtained, at his house No 7 Read street, East of Broad-Way.—Aragus. Greenleaf's New Daily Advertiser, June 19, 1799.

Gilbert Stuart.—Anniversary Birth Day of General Washington At the New City Tavern Broad-way, Thursday next the 22 inst. being the birth-day of the great Gen. Washington, which compleats the period of his 66th year of age, his full length portrait (large as life) will be exhibited in the evening of that day to great advantage, the visitors in viewing this noble painting, will see the great patriot and lover of his country in the dignified attitiude of delivering his last farewell address (which has been so much admired) to his countrymen in the character of President of the United States, he is surrounded, with alegorical emblems characteristic of his valuable services to his country, the likeness is so perfect, that it will excite in the breast of every beholder admiration, and give the most unbounded pleasure. Mr. G. Stuart, was the painter who is an American, it is the general opinion that as a portrait, it is one of the most perfect that has ever been portraited on canvas, in any country or age, the picture will continue to be shewn every day for a short time, after which it will be removed from this city.

N.B. The visitors will please on this evening to enter at the south end of the building fronting Thomas Street, a transparent lanthern will shew the entrance. Admittance two shillings.—The Time Piece, February 19, 1798.

Gilbert Stuart.—General Washington, to be seen every day from 10 to 2, and from 3 to 5 O'clock, at the New City Tavern, in Broad Way, for one month. This painting is as large as life, was painted by Mr. Gilbert Stuart, an American the greatest painter of the age. The General is in the attitude of addressing Congress the last time, and does appear like life itself. the frame was made by Mr. Cumberland of this city, who is entitled to great merit for its richness and elegance. In the same room, there is for sale, the grand Concert Clock, which was lately shewn at the Panorama, its price is 1750 dollars. Also, ten full length original paintings, just arrived from France, of the following celebrated personages, viz. M.D. La Fayette, Robespierre, Petion, Rabaut St. Etunne, T. Paine, Clermont Tonnere, Mirabeau, Brissot, Gensonne, and Camille Des Maulins, all good likenesses. Admittance two Shillings.—Weekly Museum, February 17, 1798.

John Trumbull.—Interesting information for the Admirers and Patrons of the Fine Arts in America, respecting Mr. Trumbull's Historical Paintings.

Mr. Trumbull, who lately returned from Europe, proposes to describe in a series of Paintings, the most remarkable events of the late American Revolution. He has in contemplation the following subjects, viz. I The Death of Warren at the Battle of Bunker's Hill. II The Death of Montgomery in the Attack of Quebec. III The Congress of 1776 in the Declaration of Independence. IV The Surrender of the Hessians at Trenton. V The Death of Mercer at the Battle of Princeton. VI The Surrender of Burgoyne at Saratoga. VII The Treaty with France. VIII The Surrender of Lord Cornwallis at York Town. IX The Signing of the Treaty of Peace. X The Evacuation of New-York by the British 1783. XI The Resignation of Gen. Washington. XII The President received by the Ladies of Trenton at the Triumphal Arch. XIII The Inauguration of the President.

The Portraits of the principal actors in these great scenes will be preserved; and Prints will be published of the whole. The two first of these Subjects are finished; and the Paintings in the hands of eminent Engravers in Europe. Four others are commenced some of which are half completed. These, with the remainder of the work, if prosecuted, will require many years of application, and a very considerable expence.—It is now to be decided, whether Mr. Trumbull will meet with such Patronage in America as will justify him in involving himself in such considerable expences of Time and Money; or whether he will be obliged to relinquish a favorite undertaking and return to Europe: where Subjects of a different nature and more interesting to the feelings of the People of that Continent, will ensure him employment in a more profitable, though less agreeable manner. We understand that the Engravings are to be published in numbers, containing two each: The price will be three Guineas for every Print; and, we are told, a subscription for the purpose is soon to be opened.—Gazette of the United States, January 23, 1790.

John Trumbull.—Extracts of a letter from New York, February 27. The justly celebrated Trumbull is now busily engaged in his great undertaking—the productions you may depend will be a most valuable acquisition to the world—to the American world in particular. I have seen some of the pieces in which a few heads and some portraits are finished—the likeness are perfect—the drawing, Nature Itself—and the designs sentimental, elevated and just. In short, here is no risque—the object is sure, and the mind is perfectly satisfied—it rests in the execution. (Mass. Gen.) Fir'd with the martial toils that bath'd in gore His brave companions, on his native shore, Trumbull, with daring hand, the scene recalls, And shades with night Quebec's beleaguer'd walls, Mid flashing flames that round the turret rise, Blind carnage raves, and great Montgomery dies. On Charlestown's heights, thro' floods of rolling fire, Brave Warren falls, and sullen hosts retire; While other plains of death that gloom the skies, And chiefs immorotal o'er his canvas rise. Barlow's Vision.—Gazette of the United States, March 17, 1790.

John Trumbull.—Portrait of the President. The corporation of this city having agreed that the portrait of the President of the United States, to be taken by Mr. Trumbull, should be deposited in the City Hall—yesterday, at their desire the Mayor waited on the President to request that he would permit Mr. Trumbull to attend on him for that purpose.—Gazette of the United States,, July 21, 1790.

John Trumbull.—The President's Portrait, Is finished by Trumbull and a fine thing it is; designed and executed in his superior style of excellence. It is full length, in his uniform of blue and buff—boots and spurs—head uncovered, most nobly relieved, in contrast with a luminous cloud and fine light sky—nearly a front psition, with his right hand and arm thrown on the saddle of an elegant white horse, with inimitable ease—the beast in the action of biting the middle joint of his near foreleg—this position of the horse shows his neck to great advantage, while it leave the President's head as it ought to be, the most conspicuous object in the picture. There are distant prospects of particular interesting scenes, as accompaniments. The whole piece is designed to convey to posterity an idea of The Man, at the most interesting period, when he finished his career of military glory—the evacuation of New York. It is therefore a warm, and highly animated business in every respect.—Gazette of the United States, September 18, 1790.

Mr. [William] Verstille Being determined to give the fullest satisfaction to the public whom he is devoted to serve proposes to take Likenesses in large and miniature, upon very moderate terms, his price for those in large are from three to twnety Guineas, and in miniature only three; and if the persons who may employ him should not be perfectly satisfied with the justness of the likeness he will demand nothing for the piece. He may be spoke with at Mrs. Sheldons in Queen-street no 224, opposite the Fly Market.—The Independent Journal: or, the General Advertiser, April 24, 1784.

Joseph Weaver.—Painted clock case. See `Museum', Columbian Gazetteer, October 16, 1794.

William Williams, Portrait Painter, acquaints the Ladies and Gentlemen that he has taken a room at Mr. Greswold's, No. 163, Queenm-Street, next door to Mr. Joseph Totten's.—TheRoyal Gazette, February 13, 1779.

William Winstanley—New Panorama, Belonging to G. Baker. On Monday next the 6th inst will be opened in Greenwich street, near the bottom of Barley-street, the Panorama, or a natural and original view of the beautiful city of Charleston, the Capital of South Carolina: it is 110 feet in length, and 20 feet in height, and contains upwards of 2000 sq feet of canvas a complete and accurate discription of the city will be handed the spectators at the time of visiting the Panorama. To be seen at the same time, a Grand automaton Birdcage clock, which cost 500 dollars, containing the Canary Bird and Bulfinch, preserved from the life, they sing as perfect as living birds, and shew all the motions of life.

At the Panorama is a Print Shop, well furnished with 200 different engravings, a number of fine Paintings, and a large collection of American Butterflies and other insects in frames. An elegant pair of large Glass Chandeliers, with burnished gold arms and candle sockets, price 100 dollars. The Panorama was painted by the celebrated Mr. Winstanluy. Panorama open every day from 10 to 4 o'clock, and visitors can be admitted at all times as a family lives in the house. Admittance 4s, children 2s. N.B. An automaton Bird-Cage Clock, of the above description, for sale, price 500 dollars.—Weekly Museum, February 4, 1797.

William Winstanley.—Exhibition of original Paintings, Executed by W. Winstanley, Esq. The public are respectfully acquainted that the large Historical painting of the Nativity of Christ is now removed from the court room of the Federal Hall to Mr. De La Croix's great room, opposite the New City Hotel, Broadway, where it will be exhibited, with a considerable number of pictures, on various subjects, every day, between the hours of ten in the morning and 5 in the afternoon, commencing on Thursday next the 5th inst. Tickets to be had at Mr. Drummonds Book-Store, corner of Water and Pine streets, at Gaine and Ten Eyck's Book store, Pearl street and at the front of the Exhibition Room. Price one dollar.

The value of the painting is 3000 dollars. As soon as a sufficient number of tickets are disposed of the pictures will become the property of the holders of the tickets, to be disposed of at their own discretion. N.B. A young man wanted to attend the Exhibition capable of writing, and who can be well recommended. Enquire of the Printer.—New-York Daily Advertiser, May 3, 1798.

William Winstanley.—John Adams Esq. President of the United States, to be seen at the Museum for one week only an original full length portrait painting, of an excellent likeness, of his Excellency John Adams, Esq. President of the U.S. This beautiful painting was lately taken from life by Mr. Wm. Winstanley, now of this city. This, with the many late additions to the Museum, renders it much more pleasing and respectable. Also two very vigorus ad beautiful variegated living Rattle Snakes, will be seen at the Museum for one week only. N.B. The Museum has been much approved within the last six months.—New-York Daily Advertiser, August 21, 1798.

Joseph Wright.—It must give pleasure to the Citizens of this place to find that New-York bids fair to out vie the sister States in becoming the seat of Arts—To day we are informed of the arrival of Mr. Wright from Philadelphia, a gentlemen of abilities in Painting, and Son to the Celebrated Modellor and Patriotess Mrs. Wright, of London, from this place—as he means to follow his profession as a Limmer here, we are tempted to believe, every encouragement will be given to his Genius.—The Daily Advertiser, April 7, 1786.

Sale... will be sold at public vendue, at the house of Mr. Isaac Low in Dock-street, the fine old Paintings, Late the property of Mr. Cornelius Low, deceased.—New-York Gazette, and the Weekly Mercury, April 28, 1777.

Six Elegant Pictures of the following Dock-Yards for His Majesty's Navy, viz. Portsmouth, Plymouth, Chatham, Woolwich, Sheerness, Deptford. Illuminated with very elegant frames, they are very large, and may be thought proper furniture for the Halls of the first Personages in this city., Enquire of the Printer.—Royal Gazette, May 26, 1779.

Titian's Venus.—To the Dilletante, An elegant Painting, the Subject Titian's Venus, Bought by the present possessor, in the Gallery of Medicis at Florence. Price Twenty Guineas. Enguire of the Printer.—Royal Gazette, June 9, 1779.

King and Queen, a pair of Pictures of their Majesties, striking likeness, elegant furniture for a parlour, Price Sixteen Dollars. Enquire of the Printer.—Royal Gazette, November 10, 1779.

Transparent Paintings at the Theatre, last tuesday, on the celebration of our Independence, gave such infinite satisfaction, that a description of them, we apprehend, will be pleasing to many of our readers. On each side of the Gateway were two superb Pillars, twenty feet in height, adorned with wreaths of Flowers; on the Pedestal to the right were three Wheat Sheafs, emblematical of Plenty; on the left a ship under full sail, with Thirteen Stripes Flying, emblem of Commerce; a grand Obelisk in the Centre on the top of which burnt a lambent flame over the ever-to-be remembered Names of the Heroes who bravely fell in defence of their Country. Warren, Montgomery, Mercer, Wooster, &c. The names of living Worthies, Washington, Green, Wayne, Knox, &c. Graced the other part, under the Emblem of the Cincinnati, `The Bald Eagle', with the Sword of Justice in one Talon, and a Thunderbolt in the other; the words Independence and Liberty issuing from its Beak. This was supported by two Figures, representing Peace with the Insignia of a Plough and Liberty with her Cap. The whole ornamented with Trophies, &c. &c. in a most pleasing and elegant style, drew together an innumerable crowd of Citizens of all denominations, expressing the highest approbation.—The Independent Journal; or, General Advertiser, July 8, 1786 [New York news item].

Comic Illustrations.—To the Public At the Assembly Room, Broadway. Tomorrow Evening, precisely at Eight O'clock, will be delivered by Mrs. Kenna, A lecture on Hearts. The Paintings are done by an eminent Artist, and will be exhibited in the Course of the Lecture. Part First The Heart of an Honest Sailor, the Heart of a Bag Agent, the Heart of a Bully, The Heart of an Officer, The Heart of an Usurer, A sound Upright Heart, End of Part First to conclude with Shakespear's inimitable Description of Mercy.

Part Second, Female Hearts. The Heart of a Milliner, The Heart of an Old Maid, The Heart of an Amiable Woman. The whole to conclude with `Satan's Address to the Sun' from Milton, Admittance six shillings. Tickets to be had of Mrs. Kenna No. 62 William Street: Mr. Gaine, Hanover-Square, and at Mr. Corre's Tavern.—The Independent Journal; or the General Advertiser, July 26, 1786.

The Transparent Paintings exhibited in various parts of the city, on Thuirsday evening, were equal at least, to anything of the kind ever before seen in America.

That displayed before the Fort at the bottom of Broad-way, did great honor to its inventors and executors for the ingenuity of the design and goodnss of the workmanship; it was finely lighted and advantageously situated; the virtues Fortitude, Justice and Wisdom were judiciously applied; of the first, all America has had the fullest evidence; and with respect to the two others, who does not entertain the most pleasing anticipation. The President. The Senate. The Representatives of the United States.

His Excellency Don Gardoqui's residence next caught the eye and fixed it in pleasing contemplation: The Tout-ensemble here, formed a most brilliant front; the figures were fancied, The Graces, suggested the best ideas; and the pleasing variety of emblems, flowers, shrubery, arches &c. and above all the Moving Pictures, that figured in the windows, or as it were in the background, created by fixing the transparencies between the windows, afforded a new animated and enchanting spectacle.

The residence of his Excellency, Count Moustier, was illuminated in a stile of novel elegance; the splendid bordering of lamps round the windows; and above all the large designs in front, the allusions, of which we cannot at present particularly describe, did great honor to the taste and sentiment of the inventor.

The above two instances of attention to honor this great and important occasion, so highly interesting to our `dear country' evince the friendship, the delicacy and politeness of our illustrious allies.

The portrait of `The Father of His Country' exhibited in Broad-Street, was extremely well executed, and had a fine effect.

There was an excellent Transparency, also shewn at the Theatre, and at the corner, near the Fly-Market: In short, emulation and ingenuity were alive; but perhaps were in no instance exhibited to greater advantage than in the display of the Fire Works, which formed one novelty to another, continued for two hours, to surprize, by variety, taste and brilliancy.

The illumination of the Federal State House, was among the most agreeable of the exhibitions of the evening; and the ship Carolina formed a beautiful pyramid of stars: The evening was fine—the company innumerable—every one appeared to enjoy the scene, and no accident casts the smallest cloud upon the retrospect.—Gazette of the United States, May 2, 1789.

Paintings for Sale. A Collection consisting of upwards of fifty elegant Portrait Paintinigs (drawn from the life) and several fine historical subjects and fancy pieces have lately been deposited in the Museum, at the Exchange, New-York, and are now advantageously displayed in the centre of that spacious Hall; amongst which are the President of the United States, E. Randolph, present Secretary of the United States; C. Thompson, Secretary to the Continental Congress during the American War; T. Pinckney, present American Plenipotentiory at London; D. Humphreys present American Consul at Algiers; B. Hawkins, a present Senator in Congress from North Carolina, D. Caroll of Marylanad, General Milander of Pennsyulvania; H. Williamson of North Carolina; S. Chace of Maryland; J. Wilkes or Wilkes and Liberity, 1745; the late Duke of Norfolk; Alkderman Beckford of London; David Garrick; Vandike, an ancient celebrated painter, Phillis Wheatley, the celebrated African Poetess of Boston; that excellent and much admired painting of a mad woman in chains; Mrs. Howard of Maryland; Mr. S. Hacket of Baltimore; Miss Smith of Baltimore; Helena, the wife of Constantine; Mary Queen of Scots, Mrs. Rubens; Mrs. Prichard a late celebrated actress; the late Dutchess of York. The Dutchess of Devonshire; an Egyptian fortune-teller; a sleeping Venus; an original Drawing by Mr. Pine, of that celebrated and much admired print of America; an original drawing of Canute the great, reproving his courtiers; Time clipping cupids wing; Cupid and Somnus, Earl Warren, a fine historical subject; a Pastoral concert; Maternal instruction, a print of Belisarius, after he was reduced to a beggar, where he is seen receiving alms; several fruit pieces and landscapes &c. &c. any of which may be purchased separately, the prices are from one to one hundred dollars. N.B. A particular catalogue with the prices annexed, may be seen at the Museum, at all times when it is open.—Columbian Gazetteer, February 24, 1794.

Exhibition.—Miniature Painting. A specimen of the Artists's abilities may be seen at Messrs. Staples & Son [merchants], corner of Pearl and King street; The Likeness are warranted, and the quality of Painting will be equally attended to the same perfection upon every size, although the price be different from 15 to 30 and from 30 to 60 dollars, that difference proceeding only from a small size to a larger one.—The Diary; or Evening Register, July 17, 1794.

Panorama, Greenwich-Street, next door to Mr. Rhinelandus. The Public are Respectfully informed, that the Subject of the Panorama is a View of the Cities of London and Westminster; comprehending the 3 Bridges and represented by a Circular Painting containing upwards of 2400 square feet of canvas.

The Spectators are supposed to view the surrounding objects from the top of Albion Mills from whence the actual view was taken. It will be open for the public exhibition every day from 9 in the morning, until 2 o'clock and from 3 until 6 o'clock in the afternoon. Admittance Half a Dollar.—American Minerva; an Evening Advertiser, August 21, 1795.

Panorama... to be sold by private contract. The Panorama, the present subject of which is a view of the city and harbour of Charleston, South-Carolina, represented by a circular painting, containing upwards of two thousand feet of canvas... if not disposed of by private contract, it will be open for public exhibition the first of June.—New-York Daily Advertiser. May 24, 1796.

Anecdote.—A Bad Painter, who could never hit off a good likeness, and whose pictures were always returned upon his hands, went off to another country and turn'd physician. One who went that way knew him again, and asked him for what reason he went in the habit of a physician? `I have a mind (said he) to profess an art, where in all mistakes are covered by earth.—The Time Piece; and Literary Companion, May 26, 1796.

Four New Transparent Paintings, At the Museum, to be beautifully illuminated on tuesday, thursday and friday evenings. 1. Dr. B. Franklin, the great American Philosopher and friend of mankind. 2. The noble and generous friend of American Independence at the early age of nineteen Marquis De La Fayette, and some fragments of the Bastile. 3. Amphion riding the Dolphin `who according to the Poets, made the rocks, follow his music, and his harp, the stones of Thebia danced into wall and a regular city. 4. Venus rising from the sea.

All of the above figures are as large as life, and most excellent and well expressed paintings. The paintings will be lighted at 6 O'Clock, and remain for one hour, after which they will be obscured, and the museum be grandly lighted in all directions until 9 O'Clock, when the evenings amusement will close. The Museum will be illuminated during the winter on Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday evenings in ever week. Admittance, two Shillings, and the Grand Concert Clock Two Shillings more. Great additions of various kinds, have been lately made.

N.B. For sale at the Museum, the 7 Cardinal Virtues, engraved from Sir Joshua Reynolds paintings, the President of the United States, Dr. B. Franklin, the Surrender of Calais in 1347, Miranda and Ophelia, with a number more of good prints not framed. G. Baker, Proprietor.—Argus. Greenleaf's New Daily Advertiser, December 6, 1796.

Transparent Painting.—Admired Washington. On Wednesday the 22d inst. at the Museum, in honour of the Birth Day of our Beloved George Washinton, a very beautiful patriotic transparent Painting will be illuminated, in which the figure of our Hero is introduced; Fame in the attitude of flight is proclaiming his Virtues, and is ready to crown him with a wreath of Laurel, which is suspended over his head. Also as companions to the Virtuous Washington, the full length figures (in Transparent Paintings) of his friends and fellow Patriots Dr B. Franklin and the Marquis De La Fayette, most elegantly illuminated.

The doors will be opened at half past 6 o'clock and continue until 9. Admittance to the Museum, two Shillings, and to the concert clock, two shillings more. Tickets may be had at the Museum any time before the evening.—Weekly Museum, February 18, 1797.

Portable Camera obscura for sale. A Large Portable Camera obscura, fixed on a carriage with harness complete. It is impossible to conceive any just idea of the immense beauties and variety of this machine. For Particulars, apply at No. 66, Nassau-street.—Time Piece; and Literary Companion, April 19, 1797.

Portable Camera Obscura.—For Sale or to Let, A Portable Camera Obscura. This Machine represents all external surrounding object natural as well as artificial, to the utmost perfection and beauty, in miniature, such as beautiful lawns, standing groves, pleasing avenues, and animated nature in all her variegated colours and changing attitudes. It occasions the most pleasing astonishment to almost all classes of beholders, and it may be said, with truth and propriety, that all who have paid a visit to this elegant production of philosophy, have [been] highly entertained, and expressed a degree of the most enthusiastic satisfaction. As to the utility of this curious machine, it is allowed to exceed any other contrivance, hitherto invented for drawing of landscapes or plans of elegant buildings, with surprizing accuracy.

Such as are masters of drawing and painting will find this machine highly useful as a means of improving the rising genius of their pupils. It may, with ease and convenience be removed from place to place, or carried to any distance whatever without injury. Any person wishing to purchase, or hire, the above described machine, will apply to Mr. John Benson, at the Lapidary and optical store No. 106 Corner of Old-Slip and Pearl-street.—Time Piece; and Literary Companion, May 26, 1797.

The Panorama, in this city, is to be opened this evening, for the first time. This beautiful invention in optical philosophy has been so far improved by Mr. Baker as now to exhibit views by artificial light, the result of his own experience. Among other views in the Panorama, is one of an original Painting of the beautiful city and harbour of Charleston (S.C.) with James and Sullivan's Island, &c. &c.—Time Piece; and Literary Companion May 29, 1797 [news item].

Transparent Painting.—Independence, 4th July 1776 a new beautiful Transparent Painting will be exhibited at the Panorama in Greenwich street, on the evening of 4th July, the principal characters of which will be our late worthy President G. Washington, the present President Adams, and the Vice-President T. Jefferson, executed by a celebrated artist from original Paintings. The Museum will be illuminated on the same evening, and a patriotic Transparent Painting exhibited. and other decorations, admittance to the Panorama 2 s. to the Museum 2s G. Baker Proprietor.—Weekly Museum, July 1, 1797.

Transparent Paintings>, Full Lenth Figures, to be seen at the Menage... George Washington... John Adams... Thomas Jefferson... Also at the same place, a very beautiful Automaton Drummer, a charming little boy of 3 feet height; he beats different tunes as natural as life, and moves his head, during the time apparently looking at his admirer's. Admittance only One Shilling. N.B. The spectators view the painting from the summer house.—Weekly Museum, August 26, 1797.

Italian Paintings.—A. Casella and Corti. Italians, Just arrived from London, No. 146 Cherry street, Beg leave to inform the Ladies & Gentlemen of New-York, that they have brought to this city, a very large assortment of Italian Paintings and Drawings, superior in point of elegance to anything of the kind ever imported—among which are, some adapted for young Ladies and Genglemen for learning to copy, also, a Large and Elegant Collection of London Prints with and without Gilt Frames, a variety of Birds painted and dressed, with their natural Feathers; most elegant Landscapes for copying. Schools furnished with copies. N.B. Barometers, Thermometers, Spy Glasses, and Looking Glasses of all kinds, and of the best quality.—New-York Gazette and General Advertiser, November 17, 1797.

Panorama will be shut on Monday the 11th inst. The Panorama is at no 222 Greenwich-street, and is a complete view of the great cities of London, Westminster, and Borough of Southwark, with part of the surrounding country. Also, a most magnificent musical concert clock, is to be seen with the Panorama. This is for sale at seven Hundred Pounds; it was made in Amsterdam, by a German, has been in this city four weeks, for elegance to sight, it stands unrivalled as a piece of rich furniture, and its music, for softnss, sublimity, and perfect mechanism, will astonish all who hear it.

The Panorama will be opened every day, from 10 to 4 o'clock (and it can be seen at all times to advantage, from late improvements in the light) and every evening until 8 o'clock The proprietor will attend to answer all enquiries. Admittance half a dollar. G. Baker.—Weekly Museum, December 2, 1797. [See also: 44, 70]

Irish Painting.—[Description of an Irish painting, `Court of Justice.' The artists's name is not given but the item contains a very full and long description of the painting.]Argus. Greenleaf's New Daily Advertiser, June 20, 1798.

Paintings, an Elegant Collection, just imported from Europe, among which are the works of the most celebrated masters. The same are intended for private sale. To be seen at the Tontine City Tavern in Broad way, where catalogues may be had from ten to two o'clock.—New-York Gazette and General Advertiser, January 12, 1799.

Transparent Paintings.—Fourth of July. Columbia Garden. Grand Concert of Vocal and Instrumental Music, and Transparent Paintings, The order of the concert will be expressed in the bills of the day. The Garden will be handsomely Illuminated and decorated; the transparent paintings will be as follows;

The whole to be ornamented with allegorical Trophies. In the middle will be raised a pyramid of six feet, fronts of 18 feet high. The portraits of George Washington and John Admas, supported by Geniuses and surrounded by virtues. The whole painted in transparent colors. 1. The Portrait of Washington supported by Geniuses and ornamented with garlands of flowers; the Geniuses of Commerce, and the God of the Sea, on grouped Dolphins. 2. Wisdom under the shape of Minerva, holding an olive branch, that virtue promises us peace as well within ourselves as without. 3. Fidelity under the shape of a Woman, holding a basket of flowers and ears of corn, and a dog by her side, &c. 4. The portrait of the president John Adams, ornamented by Geniuses &c. 5. A Woman representing Plenty, covered with a veil, holding the Cornucopia in the right hand, and her left hand placed on the head of a Child. 6. Force, under the shape of Hercules, with a club and the lion, symbol of heroic virtue. The whole enriched with flags and war like trophies.

Tichets of Admittance for the day 2 shillings. At eight o'clock, for the Concert and Transparency, 4 s. Music in the afternoon. Allowance for the ticket as usual. The proprietor flatters himself that the superior elegance and style in which the Transparencies are executed and the well known abilities of the artist, cannot fail to secure the general approbation of the public.

N.B. Also a very elegant figure of Fame, carved by Mr. Train.—Commercial Advertiser, July 3, 1799.