Description: A very nice example of this early pictorial map depicting the city of Chicago at its incorporation in 1833. Designed by Walter M. Conley (assisted by historical researcher Caroline McIlvaine) and drawn by O.C. Stelzer in 1932, it was printed in 1933 to coincide with the Chicago Worlds Fair and Chicago Centennial of that year.The map contains a wealth of information about the development and layout of Chicago in 1833 using a generally accurate placement and description of both geographic features such as rivers, forests, swamps and sand dunes in addition to cultural features such as wagon roads, city streets, trails and prominent structures. Many artistically drawn vignettes including native Americans, trappers, canoes, stagecoaches, wildlife and several wonderful street scenes are placed throughout the map.Map condition is VG+ with bright even color throughout. No paper folds, tears or staining of any kind noted. This map will be shipped rolled.Sheet Size: 26.0 in (66.0 cm) X 18.5 in (47.0 cm)Image Size: 25.5 in (64.8 cm) X 17.5 in (44.5 cm)
Price: 675 USD
Location: Missoula, Montana
End Time: 2024-03-04T00:00:01.000Z
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 14 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Year: 1933
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
