HISTORIX Vintage 1870 Memphis Tennessee Map and 50 similar items

Produced and published by prolific American illustrator and lithographer Albert Ruger, this stunning depiction of one of America’s most iconic cities immediately transports the viewer back in time, creating an indelible link between the past and present. Ruger was a pioneering artist who was one of the first to adopt the distinctive birds eye perspective style, which began in the middle of the nineteenth century and would remain wildly popular until the 1920s. Ruger was one of the most noted lithographers of his era, and his works are included in the Smithsonian and the Library of Congress. By 1870 Memphis’s population was more than double that of Atlanta and Nashville, and its unique culture and identity were driving more significant cultural shifts throughout Southern America. The years following the conclusion of the Civil War were a period of prosperity, growth, and transition for Memphis. The war had ravaged the American South, and Confederate forces were defeated in 1862 at the Battle of Memphis when ironclad Union warships besieged the city. Numerous immigrant communities had established thriving neighborhoods throughout the city, establishing cultural references to their home in Ireland, Germany, and other European regions, many of which exist to this day with these distinct cultural ties. As the city expanded and drew eager workers from throughout the South and East Coasts, birds eye perspectives were produced to feature notable civic features and attract industrialists and workers alike. The rich detail and unique aesthetic of Ruger’s work make this an authentic piece of cartographical history. Our museum quality giclee print comes printed with archival ink on premium heavyweight matte paper. Shipped in a sturdy cardboard tube your print will arrive ready to be framed. This eye-catching vintage map reproduction print makes the perfect gift for anyone that loves history and imagery.