Subject: Cape Cod, Massachusetts
Period: 1932 (dated)
Publication:
Color: Printed Color
Size:
20.5 x 16.6 inches
52.1 x 42.2 cm
This pictorial map of Cape Cod was drawn and copyrighted by Walter M. Gaffney in Hyannis. Towns are delineated in vibrant colors, major roads are depicted, and coastlines are shown with good detail. The map features illustrations important to the region including the Mayflower, Leif Erickon's boat, steamships, "ye famous cod", a whale, and the Provincetown lighthouse. A table in the top left corner presents population as of 1930. Decorated by a large and elaborate compass rose and aquatic border.
References: Rumsey #8170.
Condition: A
A colorful example with minor foxing that just barely crosses into the map border.
