Bird’s Eye View of Boston Harbor
Beautiful bird’s eye view of the Boston Harbor in the early 20th century.
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Description
Showcasing the vast waters of Boston Harbor from Deer Island to Cape Cod Bay, this view identifies thirty locations of interest within the image using a combination of numbers and letters and includes a corresponding index running across the bottom of the sheet. The city proper occupies the foreground and the communities of South Boston and East Boston are noted, along with many others. Numerous islands are depicted, but only a few are being shown as served by the local steamboat routes, which stretch into the background leading “To Europe” and “To New York.”
The charming illustrated style of the buildings, ships, and topography add tremendously to this view, which was drawn and copyrighted by William J. Finn. The view was engraved and printed by the Federal Engraving and Publishing Company in 1915. Cartographically, this map is based upon the late 19th century views of John Murphy.
Map Details
Publication Date: 1915
Author: William J. Finn
Sheet Width (in): 20.10
Sheet Height (in): 15.90
Condition: A-
Condition Description: Fold lines, as issued, and one small 1" tear along the bottom of the sheet (repaired on verso). The front paper cover has separated from the view, but is present.
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