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In the year 1869, the only bridges into the City of New York (which at that time was just Manhattan island) crossed the Harlem river to the north. The Long Island and New Jersey railroads had to bring their trains to New York via ferry. The technology to span the wide expanses of both the East and Hudson Rivers (while still maintaining them as major shipping routes) was still in its infancy. That was about to change as construction on a innovative suspension bridge between New York and Brooklyn was approved by the New York Legislature (the bridge would not be completed until 1883). While New York was the country’s largest city, Brooklyn had recently become America’s third largest municipality.
This map depicts Central Park from the plans of designers, Olmstead and Vaux. The park had been under construction for about 10 years years and would not be complete until after this map was made.
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IMPORTANT NOTE: Unframed pieces are printed on 100% rag, fine art paper. Framed pieces are printed on canvas.
All sizes are approximate. Because they are taken from authentic antiques, very few pieces are exact "standard sizes" and will, generally, require custom framing (which we offer at very reasonable prices - see below).
Due to the INCREDIBLY high shipping prices charged for OVERSIZE shipping, shipping charges may be higher than quoted for items that measure more than a total of 70" (matted height + width). For example a matted piece measuring 32" x 40" would be considered OVERSIZE (72"). For complete delivery information, see Information page.
PastView™ Gallery antique map, print, & photo replicas are scanned or photographed at the highest resolution on fine-art reproduction equipment. Meticulously color matched and digitally restored (if needed), we print each piece on state-of-the-art, 8-color, fine-art, giclee printers using the latest, long-life, archival inks. We use the finest quality, mould-made, fine art, 100% rag paper.
You can also order your old map, print, or view custom framed and ready to hang in a beautiful classic moulding in 4 finishes that will complement any decor. We use only the highest-quality, wood frames from Larson-Juhl. Every framed work is hand-crafted from the finest materials to last a lifetime (or longer).
Our old map, print, or photograph reproductions are works of art, at the most affordable prices possible. Each is comparable to (or better than) similar pieces that sell for far more. In fact, most of the cheaper antique replicas you will find are printed on cheap paper, with less attention to detail and quality. We are so confident that you will be thrilled with your purchase that we guarantee your complete satisfaction for a full 30 days (see Our Guarantee for details).
Looking for authentic antique maps and prints or replicas on fine-art paper? You will find a wide variety of beautiful old 19th century maps at PastPresent® Gallery
Take a look at the first bulletin board maps, tackmaps™ - stick it to your map™.
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