Subject: Boston, Massachusetts
Period: 1848 (dated)
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Color: Black & White
Size:
47.3 x 6.6 inches
120.1 x 16.8 cm
This separately-issued view measures nearly 4-feet long and was drawn by Richard Mallory, engraved by James Smillie, and copyrighted by Mallory and J.C. Crosman. It was taken from the perspective of Bunker Hill Monument, which was built only a few years prior in 1843. The stunning view looks east and extends from the Navy Yards north to Chelsea Bridge and extends out to the Boston Harbor Islands. A comprehensive numbered key at bottom lists important locations including the Custom House, Quincy Market, State House, railroad depots, roads, bridges and more. No covers present.
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Condition: B
Issued folding on a moderately toned sheet with a few small stains. There is a short repaired centerfold separation in the text at lower left and a tiny chip to the lower left corner that has been skillfully reattached.