Pair of Monumental National Air Map Company Manhattan Aerial Photo Maps, 1955 For Sale

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Pair of Monumental National Air Map Company Manhattan Aerial Photo Maps, 1955

Name: Pair of Monumental National Air Map Company Manhattan Aerial Photo Maps, 1955
Price: 2100 USD
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$2,100

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A monumental and rare circa 1955 framed two-piece aerial photographic map of the borough of Manhattan in New York City … more A monumental and rare circa 1955 framed two-piece aerial photographic map of the borough of Manhattan in New York City by the National Air Map Company, including its original cover sheet.

Titled “Postal Zone Guide of New York – Borough of Manhattan”, these highly detailed aerial photo maps allow one to clearly discern a myriad of New York City landmarks. A small sampling of those labeled include Central Park, Grand Central Station, Rockefeller Center, Radio City Music Hall, UN Plaza, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the American Museum of Natural History, and the Hayden Planetarium.

Neighborhoods, streets, bridges, subway lines, rivers, docks, and other notable locations are labeled, with unlabeled yet iconic spots such as the Guggenheim Museum and the Empire State Building providing a great opportunity for a borough-wide cartographic Easter egg hunt. A quadrant-based index on the left side of each map lists streets, museums, and sport centers such as Yankee Stadium, Ebbets Field, and Madison Square Garden.

Includes its original cover sheet titled “Aerial Photo Map of New York City” with photo, size, and price details on the front, and a business directory and advertisement for the National Air Map Company’s services on the back.

According to a sold listing on the website of rare map dealer Geographicus—which provides some great geographical and historical context—the only other known example of this pair of maps can be found in the collection of Columbia University in New York City. Our extensive research has found no other examples that include the original cover sheet, making this complete three-piece set exceptionally rare.

Presented in newer custom wood frames with satin black finish and acrylic glazing.

Dimensions listed are overall. Sight is H 44.38 in. x W 30 in. less

Dimensions: 33.25ʺW × 1.5ʺD × 47.75ʺH

Styles: Contemporary; Mid-Century Modern; Modern

Art Subjects: Cityscape

Frame Type: Framed

Period: 1950s

Country of Origin: United States

Item Type: Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned

Materials: Black & White Photography; Wood

Condition: Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections

Color: Black

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Condition Notes: Wear consistent with age and use. In great vintage condition. Maps: some mostly light wear along fold lines, with no … moreWear consistent with age and use. In great vintage condition. Maps: some mostly light wear along fold lines, with no visible holes or tears. Cover sheet: some mostly light wear on edges, with a bit more along fold. Frames: some small nicks and marks; glazing with a few light marks. less

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