Historical La Habra
$175.00
Uncommon pictorial map celebrating the history of La Habra, California.
1 in stock
Description
This beautiful interpretation of La Habra’s rich culture and history was drawn by Gil Ortega and is dated 1975, next to the artists’ signature in the lower right. It was prepared by the La Habra Old Settlers Historical Society (operators of a local museum today), and is a wonderful example of how cartography can be used to express a breadth of styles and information.
The artwork presents a mix of Native American and Spanish cultural influences, though scattered oil derricks break the otherwise idyllic scenery. Numerous vignettes capture a variety of historical locations, over 100 of which are listed on the right side of the page. Modern addresses are also provided, where applicable; allowing a local audience to walk in the footsteps of the past.
Scarce, with no copies found in WorldCat or Rumsey.
Map Details
Publication Date: c. 1975
Author: Gil Ortega
Sheet Width (in): 27.75
Sheet Height (in): 24.75
Condition: B
Condition Description: Scattered soiling visible on the right side of the page, along with a bit of moderate toning on the edge of the sheet. One small bit of image loss in the upper right corner (immediately below the 'Hills' in Fuente Hills).One 2" tear (right side) repaired on verso with archival tape. Some extraneous wrinkling from where the map was previously folded, but image remains clean and bright.
$175.00
1 in stock