Historic Map - Rock Island, IL - 1869
Description
View of Rock Island, Rock Island County, I.L., 1869 / drawn & published by A. Ruger.
This panoramic print of Rock Island, Illinois was drawn by Albert Ruger and published by Chicago Lith. Co. in 1869. The county seat town of Rock Island began to prosper in the 1830's as water power was generated at that point along the Mississippi River. This power source afforded new and promising manufacturing possibilities.
The Chicago & Rock Island Railroad constructed the first bridge at this point along the Mississippi in the mid-1800's. The island, just upriver from town, was used as a prisoner of war camp during the American Civil War. The island is now known as Arsenal Island maintaining a U. S. military arsenal and manufacturing facilities.
In the years following the civil conflict, Rock Island’s economic interests returned to lumbering and manufacturing of agricultural implements and railroad supplies.
Arsenal Island is shown at the lower left here. The map looking southwest includes labeled streets, buildings and railroad route. Riverboat and barge activity is displayed in the foreground with featured steamers “Rock Island”, “Minneapolis”, “Missouri” and “Idaho”. The inset illustrations at the bottom are of the High School and Court House.
Features references to the following locations:
- Courthouse.
- County Jail.
- Soldiers’ Monument.
- Engine House.
- High School.
- District School.
- U. States Arsenal.
- R. R. Depot.
- Keok. R. I. & S. L. R. R. Depot.
- Baptist Church.
- Episcopal Church.
- Evangelist Church.
- Methodist Church.
- First Presbyterian Church.
- Second Presbyterian Church.
- United Presbyterian Church
- R. Catholic Church.
Materials
Archival Paper
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- Museum quality paper for high-quality fine art.
- Ultra smooth, neutral white matte finish.
- Heavy-weight 230 gsm, 9.5 mil thickness.
- Printed with pigment inks for longer print life and enhanced fade resistance.
- Pigment based Canon LUCIA inks provide smooth tones and rich colors in fine, precise detail.
Luster Photo Paper
A premium semi-gloss photo paper with a subtle texture that produces a vivid, richly detailed print. This material results in an exquisitely detailed giclee print of substantially higher quality than a standard poster.
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- Printed on 10 mil premium luster photo paper resulting in a brilliant, colorful image with a vivid life-like quality.
- Pigment based Canon LUCIA inks provide smooth tones and rich colors in fine, precise detail.
- Inks have a lightfastness rating of over 100 years, guaranteeing minimal noticeable fading over a very long period of time.
- Printed using very high resolution source files.
- Giclee printing is superior to traditional lithography in a number of ways: colors are brighter, lasts longer, and is a higher resolution.
Canvas on Wood Rails
A canvas giclee print is mounted to wooden hanging rails placed along the top and bottom of the map. Ready to hang on the wall using the attached hanging cord. Wood rails feature a natural finish.
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- Premium 19 mil canvas material.
- Wood rails are 1 1/8" wide, round front.
- USA sourced solid maple wood.
- High quality giclee fine art print with a lightfastness rating of over 100 years.
- Pigment based Canon LUCIA inks provide smooth tones and rich colors in fine, precise detail.
Canvas Gallery Wrap
A high quality canvas giclee print is hand stretched over a sturdy wood frame. Printed on demand and handcrafted in Seattle, WA. The canvas gallery wrap serves as a stunning piece of art ready to hang on your wall.
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- Premium 19 mil canvas material.
- Pigment based Canon LUCIA inks provide smooth tones and rich colors in fine, precise detail.
- High quality giclee fine art print with a lightfastness rating of over 100 years.
- Durable canvas mounted to a 1" deep wood frame.
- Ready to hang with included easy-to-use hanging kit.
Framed Map Print - Black Finish
Our gallery quality frames are made of solid wood and feature optical-grade acrylic. Each framed map is printed on premium archival matte fine art paper.
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- Printed on thick, luxurious acid-free fine art paper & dry-mounted to foam board.
- Pigment inks ensure a vivid print with amazing colors and excellent fade resistance.
- Solid wood frame with a black finish has a 1.25" face & 7/8" depth.
- Kraft paper protective backing & hanging wire installed.
Framed Map Print - Natural Oak Finish
Our gallery quality frames are made of solid wood and feature optical-grade acrylic. Each framed map is printed on premium archival matte fine art paper.
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- Printed on thick, luxurious acid-free fine art paper & dry-mounted to foam board.
- Pigment inks ensure a vivid print with amazing colors and excellent fade resistance.
- Solid wood frame with a natural oak finish has a 1.25" face & 7/8" depth.
- Kraft paper protective backing & hanging wire installed.
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