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Topographical map of the City and County of New-York, and the adjacent country
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Topographical map of the City and County of New-York, and the adjacent country
1079224 Topographical map of the City and County of New-York, and the adjacent country :Awith views in the border of the principal buildings, and interesting scenery of the island /Aengraved and printed by S. Stiles & Company, 1836 (black ink on paper) by American School, (19th century); 61x158, on sheet 78x175 cm; Collection of the New-York Historical Society, USA; (add.info.: Topographical map. Covers Manhattan and the northwestern part of Brooklyn, New York (N.Y.); shows only the shoreline of New YorkAs other boroughs; also shows Jersey City (N.Y.) and the New Jersey shoreline. Shows existing and proposed streets, railroads, piers and fill. Shows built-up area and some buildings. Also shows landforms, vegetative cover, streams and wetlands.
Burr, cartographer); eNew York Historical Society; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22204840
© New York Historical Society / Bridgeman Images
City Planning Jersey City Manhattan New Jersey Surveys Wetlands
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This print showcases the intricate details of a topographical map titled "Topographical map of the City and County of New-York, and the adjacent country". Created in 1836 by S. Stiles & Company, this piece offers a fascinating glimpse into the city's landscape during the 19th century. Spanning an impressive size of 61x158 cm on a sheet measuring 78x175 cm, this meticulously engraved map provides a comprehensive view of Manhattan and the northwestern part of Brooklyn. While it primarily focuses on these areas, it also includes glimpses of Jersey City (N. Y. ) and the New Jersey shoreline. The map not only highlights existing streets, railroads, piers, and fill but also presents proposed developments for future city planning. In addition to its functional purpose as a surveying tool, this artwork beautifully captures the built-up area with its principal buildings depicted in detailed views along its borders. Beyond urban structures, this topographical masterpiece showcases landforms such as streams and wetlands while providing insight into vegetative cover across different regions. Its attention to detail allows viewers to immerse themselves in both natural features and man-made elements that shaped New York City's iconic skyline. Preserved within the Collection of the New-York Historical Society in America today, this historical artifact serves as a testament to American cartography during that era. With its rich history intertwined with notions of exploration and development, this print is truly an invaluable resource for anyone interested in studying or appreciating early maps' artistry.
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