antique prints, maps and watercolors

The City of Chicago, Illinois. New York: Harper's Weekly, 1860. $225.00

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"The City of Chicago, Illinois, Where the Republican Nominating Convention Will Meet on May 16, 1860."
Harper's Weekly, May 12, 1860.
11 1/4 x 16 inches.
Hand colored woodengraving.
Overall light patina. Chipping of extremities of margins.

A nice bird'eye view of the harbor from the east with lots of detail concerning buildings and substantial maritime activity.

See our American Cities section for views of other cities.