Each print illustrates a scene, focusing on the sophistication of the inhabitants and the stateliness of the homes and public buildings. The project of producing this series was carried out entirely in Philadelphia, and while many other individuals were involved, including Birch's son Thomas who provided many of the original drawings, the prints were the work of William Birch himself. He not only conceived and planned the project, but he also drew many of the scenes and did much of the engraving and publishing. Destroy'd by Fire in 1820. Tear into image, repaired.
Light mat burn.
Taken down in 1856. Drawn by W. Birch. Engraved by S. Seymour. Published and Sold by W. Birch, No 22, South Sixth Street, Phila. Engraving by Samuel Seymour.