Historic Map - Philadelphia, PA - 1872
Bird's eye view of Philadelphia. From sketches by Theodore R. Davis. Drawn and engraved expressly for Harper's weekly.
 

Founded in 1681, Philadelphia is one of the earliest cities of the United States. Rich in history, the city hosted the First and Second Continental Congress' as well as the signing of the Declaration of Independence.  It's importance during the Revolutionary War cannot be understated, and the city served as the capital from 1790 to 1800 during the construction of Washington, DC. This beautiful map provides a look at the early days of the city.    Dimensions: 36" x 25"   Item #1W-PA-PH-1872   Shipping Weight: 2 lbs.   PRICE: $30.95

All reproduction prints are printed as "museum quality", using advanced ink formulas and durable museum quality paper.  The reproduction prints reflect the state of repair of the original conserved document.  Stains and imperfections reflected in the original map at the time it was collected for conservation are left un-retouched, as they reflect the character and charm of the vintage original.  Some major imperfections, such as dark fold lines have been removed when possible.  Maps are printed as ordered and are not returnable unless received damaged.