Hotel Taft New York City c. 1940 Cartoon Pictorial Map Manhattan Sightseeing
Brian DiMambro(Old Maps, 20th Century Maps, Americana, Travel, Tourism, New York City, Manhattan, Taft Hotel, Cartoon Pictorial Maps, Sightseeing Info).
Manhattan is an Island Surrounding the Taft.
Published c. 1940, New York by Bing & Bing, Inc.
Folding cartoon birds-eye pictorial travel map, printed on both sides of the sheet, map surrounded by a series of 36 miniature b&w photographic views. Text in English.
Map is vintage/ old and shows some signs of handling and time. Sheet is not new or in "new" condition.
Tourist map issued as a guide to highlight tourist sights in Manhattan near this hotel. Tourist information & advertising on reverse.
Paper gently age worn, slight rubbing, remains overall clean and attractive as an ephemeral survival.
Map displays a pleasing and unique age patina and overall is in nice antiquarian condition, any age flaws easy to overlook or forgive.
Please review photos for more detail and our best attempt to convey how this uncommon cartographic item survives.
Original fold lines as issued.
Map measures c. 9 1/4" H x 11 5/8" W.
[B9064].