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Flushing Queens NY Map 1873 Vintage Art Print | RedKalion
Flushing Queens NY Map 1873 Vintage Art Print | RedKalion
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This 1873 Flushing Borough of Queens New York vintage map art print captures a pivotal moment in the city's urban development. The cartographic style reflects late 19th-century surveying techniques, with precise blue ink detailing streets, property lines, and natural features. As a historical document, it offers insight into Flushing's transformation from a rural settlement into a structured borough.
Historical Context of the 1873 Flushing Queens Map
Created just before Queens' consolidation into New York City in 1898, this map illustrates Flushing's early infrastructure. The blue coloration, typical of period lithographs, enhances legibility while adding aesthetic depth. Key landmarks and evolving neighborhoods are meticulously rendered, providing a snapshot of Victorian-era planning.
Stylistic Analysis of This Vintage Queens Map Print
Expert analysis highlights the map's balanced composition and functional elegance. The typography and symbolic elements adhere to 1870s cartographic conventions, making it a valuable piece for historians and art enthusiasts alike. Its clarity and detail have been preserved in this premium reproduction.
Print Specifications & Materials
- Available Sizes: 75×100 cm / 30×40″, 40×50 cm / 16×20″, 21×29.7 cm / 8×12″
- Paper Finishing: Matte, uncoated, natural white (off-white)
- Acid-Free: pH above 7 to prevent yellowing over time
- Paper Weight: 250 gsm (110 lb) | Thickness: 0.29 mm (11.4 mils)
- Sustainable Paper: FSC-certified
RedKalion's archival-grade print of this Flushing Queens NY map ensures lasting quality, ideal for display in homes, offices, or educational settings. Trust our expertise in museum-quality reproductions to bring this historical artifact to life.
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What historical details does this 1873 Flushing Queens map show?
This vintage map depicts Flushing's streets, properties, and natural features as surveyed in 1873, reflecting its pre-consolidation layout with blue ink typical of period lithography.
What paper is used for this vintage map art print?
We use FSC-certified, acid-free 250 gsm matte paper to ensure archival longevity and prevent yellowing, matching museum preservation standards.
How is this Flushing Queens NY map print shipped?
Prints are securely packaged in rigid tubes and shipped globally with tracking; delivery times vary by location, typically 5-10 business days.
Will this map print last without fading?
Yes, the acid-free paper and pigment-based inks resist fading, ensuring the print remains vibrant for decades under normal display conditions.
Why was Flushing mapped in blue ink in 1873?
Blue ink was common in 19th-century lithography for its clarity and durability, aiding in the precise reproduction of survey details on this Queens map.
What makes this 1873 map significant for Queens history?
It captures Flushing's transition from a rural area to an urban borough, documenting infrastructure changes just before Queens joined New York City in 1898.