Philadelphia in the olden time / D.C.
Summary
Print shows a bird's-eye view of Philadelphia from across the Delaware River, with pedestrians, carriages, horse-teams, and horseback riders in the foreground, as well as a horse-powered paddleboat taxi or ferry at river's edge, on the river are many small boats and ships, and the Philadelphia cityscape and waterfront in the background, with docks, buildings, and steeples. Includes three vignettes showing "1700 The Prison at 3rd & High (Market) St.", "The State House as it was in 1735", and "Old Court House & Friends Meeting House 2nd & High (Market) Sts. 1707".
Tags
Date
01/01/1875
Contributors
Wade, Frederick J., printer
Location
Source
Library of Congress
Copyright info
No known restrictions on publication.