This sort of map could be used for traveler's, homeowners, or anyone else with a need for such a detailed presentation. These sort of maps also appeared as wall maps, but this example was cut in half, mounted on linen and folded into buckram covers for ease of use, portage and storage. An excellent and quite scarce cartographic document of Philadelphia near the end of the nineteenth century. Backed on linen. Major streets are shown in the city and suburbs.
Extensive information is given for the surrounding area.
The sheet to the right is cut down to fit uniformly with the companion map. Elvino Victor Smith is listed in various atlas directories such as those by LeGear and Moak as flourishing from 1905-31. Noll's New Automobile Road, Driving and Bicycle Map of Philadelphia and Surrounding Country. Folded into original green cloth case with blind stamping and imprint in gold. Linen backing is splitting at folds and corners, as expected, but map features are clear and readable.