Stock# 110805
Description
Promoting San Diego
Striking images (front and back) on a single folding sheet, showcasing black-and-white photographs that include depictions of local flora, houses, and street scenes, as well as notable landmarks like La Jolla Cave.
Panoramic views feature prominently, capturing Coronado Beach and Hotel, a waterfront perspective of San Diego, and a bird's-eye view of the bay.
The back cover specifies that the images were created using the photo chemitype process, adding historical and technical interest to the piece.
Rarity
OCLC locates 2 examples (UC San Diego and San Diego Public Library).
A similar work was issued in 1903 in booklet format, with the same title, but a different publisher.
Condition Description
The accordion-folding format is housed within original card covers which bear a gilt title that adds a touch of elegance to the presentation. The one folding sheet contains 26 photographic illustrations (Including 2 panoramas) total, printed on both sides.