Item number: NYC304
Genuine Antique Map
1868
Maker: Rogers / Shannon
Antique map of Manhattan, New York City, dated 1868. This map was made by W.C. Rogers for Joseph Shannon's Manual of the Corporation of the City of New York, 1868, an annual publication with almanacs, historical facts, New York politics, and public works projects. This early map of New York City’s modern-day grid system also details all of the major landholders and shows Olmstead’s plan for Central Park. This map offers a wealth of historical information with close inspection. Some buildings are noted, including Columbia College at 49th street, as well as various hospitals, asylums, depots, etc. Original hand-coloring. Very good antique condition with some wear along the folds, some minor separation/tears at the paper edges, some slight toning, spotting. Tight margin on left side as issued. Folds as issued. Measures approx. 40 x 7.75 inches to the neatline.
Genuine Antique Map from 1868
Item Number: NYC304







