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Map of South Chicago, 1871 (colour litho)
NBY332282 Map of South Chicago, 1871 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois, USA; (add.info.: Lake County, Calumet, Thornton, South Chicago and the northern portion of Lake County, Indiana; Owing to the natural advantages of its situation South Chicago is to become the great industrial center of the north west ; ); eNewberry Library; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22946854
© Newberry Library / Bridgeman Images
American City Centre Illinois Industrialisation Mapping Midwest Street Map Urbanisation
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Discover the rich history of South Chicago with our stunning Map of South Chicago, 1871 by Bridgeman Images from Fine Art Finder. This captivating poster print, featuring a color lithograph by the American School from the 19th century, offers a unique glimpse into the past. Housed at the Newberry Library in Chicago, Illinois, USA, this map showcases the intricate details of Lake County, Calumet, and Thornton areas during an era of significant growth and transformation. Bring the history of South Chicago into your home or office with this beautiful and informative poster print.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 46.3cm x 42cm (18.2" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print showcases a vibrant and detailed "Map of South Chicago, 1871". Created by the American School in the 19th century, this colour lithograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the historical landscape of South Chicago. The map encompasses Lake County, Calumet, Thornton, South Chicago, and even extends to the northern portion of Lake County in Indiana. The image highlights the natural advantages that contributed to South Chicago's rise as an industrial powerhouse. With its strategic location and abundant resources, it was destined to become the great industrial center of the northwest. The map also features notable landmarks such as Stony Island Chateau and South Chicago Hotel. Through this visual representation, one can witness urbanization and industrialization taking shape within this American city. Every street is meticulously mapped out, providing a comprehensive overview of Illinois' bustling centre during that era. Preserved at Newberry Library in Chicago itself, this historic artifact sheds light on how cities evolve over time. It serves as a reminder of our past achievements while offering insights into future possibilities for growth and development. As we explore this remarkable piece from Bridgeman Images' collection on Fine Art Finder, let us appreciate not only its cartographic significance but also its ability to transport us back to an important chapter in American history - when South Chicago emerged as an emblematic symbol of progress and innovation.
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