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A Rare Panorama of Niagara Falls
This image, titled Niagara Falls And Niagara River From Lake Erie Down To Lake Ontario, was published in 1893 by the American Fine Art Company. It presents a remarkable bird’s-eye and wide-angle perspective of Niagara Falls and its surrounding areas, offering a comprehensive depiction of the Niagara River’s journey from Lake Erie to Lake Ontario.
This marvelous chromolithographic view integrates natural and man-made features, highlighting the iconic Falls, the cities on both the American and Canadian sides, and the surrounding area. The central focus of the image is the majestic Niagara Falls, prominently illustrating both the American Falls and the Horseshoe Falls in vivid detail. To the north and south, the map captures the towns of Niagara Falls, Ontario, and Niagara Falls, New York, along with Goat Island, a key natural feature between the Falls. The river's entire course is delineated, stretching from the upper reaches at Lake Erie through its dramatic plunge at the Falls to its calmer flow into Lake Ontario.
Key points of interest include three bridges spanning the river: the Railway Suspension Bridge, the Cantilever Bridge, and a larger Suspension Bridge, each integral to connecting the two nations. Rail lines, crucial for commerce and tourism, are highlighted converging toward the Falls. Other notable features include the Great Water Power Tunnel, the Whirlpool Rapids, and Brock's Monument on the Canadian side, offering a historical nod to the War of 1812.
Published during an era of industrialization and burgeoning tourism, the map reflects both natural beauty and human ingenuity. The detailed annotations at the base provide the viewer with an extensive guide to significant sites on both sides of the border, such as Prospect Park and Queen Victoria Niagara Falls Park.
Rarity
The view is very rare.
We note examples at the Boston Public Library and Burchfield Penny Art Center (Buffalo).
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