1888
Maker: Thayer
Antique double-sided page with engraved illustrations on each side, with text around them. On one side of the page is an engraved illustration showing a view of the "first capitol of Colorado," a two story log cabin. The print on the other side of the page shows a view of the "last capitol," the current Colorado State Capitol building in Denver, constructed from Colorado white granite and designed to be reminiscent of the U.S. Capitol building. The publication came out before the capitol building was finished, and in the text above makes a point of saying it will cost "one million dollars" in italicized font for emphasis. Good to very good antique condition with mild toning throughout and some minor staining along one outer edge, as well as mild edge wear with creasing in one corner of the paper and a small tear on one side. Page measures approximately 9.5" x 6.25" overall.
Genuine Antique Print from 1888
Item Number: WES567