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Greetings Card : MAP: CHICAGO, 1874. Map of Chicago, Illinois, and its suburbs. Line engraving, 1874, by Rufus Blanchard
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MAP: CHICAGO, 1874. Map of Chicago, Illinois, and its suburbs. Line engraving, 1874, by Rufus Blanchard
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Media ID 7549441
1874 Blanchard Chicago Lake Michigan Rufus Suburb Typeface
Greetings Card (7"x5")
"Step back in time with our unique and captivating Chicago Greeting Cards from Media Storehouse. Featuring an exquisite, vintage map of Chicago and its suburbs from 1874, these cards are a beautiful blend of history and art. This intricately detailed line engraving, created by Rufus Blanchard, offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the growth and development of the city during its early years. Add a touch of history and charm to your correspondence with our Chicago Greeting Cards from Media Storehouse."
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases a remarkable piece of history - the 1874 map of Chicago, Illinois, and its suburbs. Created by Rufus Blanchard, a talented line engraver of his time, this intricate artwork provides a glimpse into the city's landscape during that era. The map reveals the vastness and complexity of Chicago with its detailed depiction of streets, buildings, and landmarks. It highlights the city's proximity to Lake Michigan, emphasizing its importance as a bustling port for trade and transportation. Blanchard's skillful use of line engraving brings out every minute detail on this historical document. The typeface used adds an authentic touch to the overall aesthetic appeal. As we gaze upon this print today, it transports us back in time to late 19th-century America when Chicago was rapidly evolving into one of the nation's major metropolises. We can almost imagine horse-drawn carriages traversing these streets or hear echoes from bustling markets and lively conversations. This print is not just an artistic masterpiece but also serves as a valuable educational resource for historians and enthusiasts alike who wish to explore Chicago's past. Its presence in The Granger Collection reminds us how art can preserve our heritage and connect us with our roots.
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