View of Washington, 1852

Title: View of Washington, 1852

Artist/Publisher: E. Sache, Litho
Date:  1852

Map Type: Reproduction from Original Color Lithograph 

Orig Size: 23.25" x 15"

Size:  35" x 23.5"

Description: Reproduction of an 1852, pre-civil war birdseye view of Washington from the Capital.    These antique birdseye maps record the evolution of cities illustrating the development and nature of economic activities, educational and religious facilities, parks, street patterns and widths, and transportation systems.  Perspective maps are often not drawn to scale but provide a fascinating glimpse into the history of these towns and cities.

This reproduction historic map is a Giclee or fine art print on heavy weight 100% rag paper with Ultra Chrome inks with light fastness ratings of up to 100 years.  We enlarge and reduce from the original and do not distort or resize the image, therefore most prints are not exact standard sizes.  Larger sizes shipped rolled in tube.