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Step into the vibrant world of 1930s America with "Maryland," a captivating pictorial map originally crafted by Ruth Taylor White in 1935. Bearing its simple yet evocative title, this map is a celebration of Maryland’s unique identity during a transformative era in American history. With every glance, you are invited to explore the state’s rich tapestry—its rolling Appalachian Mountains, the storied Chesapeake Bay, and the vital Potomac River—all rendered in White’s signature, whimsical style. The playful illustrations and lively color palette immediately evoke the spirit of the time, capturing not only the geography but also the culture and character that defined Maryland.
Ruth Taylor White, a luminary in the world of pictorial cartography, was renowned for her ability to blend artistry with storytelling. Her maps, often produced in collaboration with her husband Frank Taylor, transcended mere navigation aids, instead serving as visual narratives that brought states to life for a broad audience. In "Maryland," White’s imaginative approach is unmistakable: counties are outlined with bold clarity, while scenes of daily life, local industries, and iconic wildlife are interwoven across the landscape. Her distinctive cartoonish illustrations and vibrant hues transform the map into a delightful tableau, making it both an educational tool and a work of art.
The map’s thematic richness is immediately apparent in its depictions of Maryland’s economic and cultural lifeblood. Illustrations of tobacco fields, poultry farms, and bustling crabbing boats pay homage to the state’s agricultural and maritime heritage. The Chesapeake Bay, rendered with loving detail, anchors the map, while oyster harvesting and sailing scenes highlight the region’s deep connection to its waterways. The presence of African American workers in agricultural settings, though reflective of its era, offers a poignant window into the social and labor history of the state, capturing both the vibrancy and complexity of Maryland’s past.
Beyond its agricultural and maritime motifs, the map is alive with whimsical depictions of local customs, period clothing, and native wildlife. Ducks, fish, and other fauna are scattered playfully throughout, while the Maryland state flag and decorative borders frame the composition with patriotic flair. The Mason-Dixon Line, Appalachian highlands, and Atlantic coastline are all carefully delineated, grounding the fanciful illustrations in recognizable geography. Each visual element, from the rolling mountains in the west to the bustling shores in the east, invites the viewer to embark on a journey through Maryland’s diverse landscapes and storied borders.
Cities and towns are thoughtfully positioned across the map, from the historic streets of Annapolis to the bustling metropolis of Baltimore, and the charming communities of Frederick, Hagerstown, and Cumberland. Each settlement is depicted with an eye for both accuracy and character, reflecting their significance in the state’s social and economic fabric. This map is more than a decorative piece—it is a vibrant historical document, a testament to Ruth Taylor White’s artistic genius, and a unique window into the Maryland of yesteryear. For collectors, historians, or anyone with a passion for American heritage, "Maryland" is an extraordinary artifact that enchants and educates in equal measure.
Cities and towns on this map
- Baltimore
- Annapolis
- Frederick
- Hagerstown
- Cumberland
- Salisbury
- Cambridge
- Easton
- Rockville
- Westminster
- Elkton
- La Plata
- Chestertown
Notable Features & Landmarks
- Chesapeake Bay is prominently illustrated and labeled.
- The Potomac River is depicted along the southern border of the state.
- The Atlantic Ocean is shown to the east of Maryland.
- The Mason-Dixon Line is marked, indicating the northern boundary with Pennsylvania.
- The Appalachian Mountains are illustrated in the western part of the state.
- Illustrations of agricultural activities, such as tobacco farming and poultry, are visible.
- Depictions of crabbing and oyster harvesting, reflecting Maryland’s seafood industry.
- Images of African American workers in agricultural settings, reflecting the demographics and labor practices of the era.
- Illustrations of sailing and boating activities on the Chesapeake Bay.
- Cartoon representations of local wildlife, such as ducks and fish.
- The map includes whimsical drawings of people in period clothing, engaging in various activities.
- The state’s counties are outlined and labeled.
- The Maryland state flag is illustrated.
- The map features decorative borders with additional small illustrations relevant to Maryland’s culture and history.
Historical and design context
- The map is titled "Maryland."
- Created in 1935 by Ruth Taylor White, a well-known illustrator famous for her colorful, whimsical pictorial maps.
- The map is part of a larger series of entertaining and fanciful pictorial or cartoon atlases of the United States, popular in the early 20th century.
- Published during a period when pictorial maps were used to both educate and amuse, often reflecting the culture and stereotypes of the era.
- The artistic style is cartoonish and playful, with rich colors and exaggerated features, typical of Ruth Taylor White’s work.
- The illustrations serve as both decoration and light-hearted commentary, providing insight into how Maryland was perceived in the 1930s.
- The map is historically significant as an example of how states were represented in popular culture during the early 20th century.
- Ruth Taylor White often collaborated with her husband, Frank Taylor, on these pictorial atlases, which were widely distributed in magazines and books.
- The map provides a unique visual record of Maryland’s identity and reputation during the 1930s.
Please double check the images to make sure that a specific town or place is shown on this map. You can also get in touch and ask us to check the map for you.
This map looks great at every size, but I always recommend going for a larger size if you have space. That way you can easily make out all of the details.
This map looks amazing at sizes all the way up to 50in (125cm). If you are looking for a larger map, please get in touch.
The model in the listing images is holding the 18x24in (45x60cm) version of this map.
The fifth listing image shows an example of my map personalisation service.
If you’re looking for something slightly different, check out my collection of the best old maps to see if something else catches your eye.
Please contact me to check if a certain location, landmark or feature is shown on this map.
This would make a wonderful birthday, Christmas, Father's Day, work leaving, anniversary or housewarming gift for someone from the areas covered by this map.
This map is available as a giclée print on acid free archival matte paper, or you can buy it framed. The frame is a nice, simple black frame that suits most aesthetics. Please get in touch if you'd like a different frame colour or material. My frames are glazed with super-clear museum-grade acrylic (perspex/acrylite), which is significantly less reflective than glass, safer, and will always arrive in perfect condition.
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Step into the vibrant world of 1930s America with "Maryland," a captivating pictorial map originally crafted by Ruth Taylor White in 1935. Bearing its simple yet evocative title, this map is a celebration of Maryland’s unique identity during a transformative era in American history. With every glance, you are invited to explore the state’s rich tapestry—its rolling Appalachian Mountains, the storied Chesapeake Bay, and the vital Potomac River—all rendered in White’s signature, whimsical style. The playful illustrations and lively color palette immediately evoke the spirit of the time, capturing not only the geography but also the culture and character that defined Maryland.
Ruth Taylor White, a luminary in the world of pictorial cartography, was renowned for her ability to blend artistry with storytelling. Her maps, often produced in collaboration with her husband Frank Taylor, transcended mere navigation aids, instead serving as visual narratives that brought states to life for a broad audience. In "Maryland," White’s imaginative approach is unmistakable: counties are outlined with bold clarity, while scenes of daily life, local industries, and iconic wildlife are interwoven across the landscape. Her distinctive cartoonish illustrations and vibrant hues transform the map into a delightful tableau, making it both an educational tool and a work of art.
The map’s thematic richness is immediately apparent in its depictions of Maryland’s economic and cultural lifeblood. Illustrations of tobacco fields, poultry farms, and bustling crabbing boats pay homage to the state’s agricultural and maritime heritage. The Chesapeake Bay, rendered with loving detail, anchors the map, while oyster harvesting and sailing scenes highlight the region’s deep connection to its waterways. The presence of African American workers in agricultural settings, though reflective of its era, offers a poignant window into the social and labor history of the state, capturing both the vibrancy and complexity of Maryland’s past.
Beyond its agricultural and maritime motifs, the map is alive with whimsical depictions of local customs, period clothing, and native wildlife. Ducks, fish, and other fauna are scattered playfully throughout, while the Maryland state flag and decorative borders frame the composition with patriotic flair. The Mason-Dixon Line, Appalachian highlands, and Atlantic coastline are all carefully delineated, grounding the fanciful illustrations in recognizable geography. Each visual element, from the rolling mountains in the west to the bustling shores in the east, invites the viewer to embark on a journey through Maryland’s diverse landscapes and storied borders.
Cities and towns are thoughtfully positioned across the map, from the historic streets of Annapolis to the bustling metropolis of Baltimore, and the charming communities of Frederick, Hagerstown, and Cumberland. Each settlement is depicted with an eye for both accuracy and character, reflecting their significance in the state’s social and economic fabric. This map is more than a decorative piece—it is a vibrant historical document, a testament to Ruth Taylor White’s artistic genius, and a unique window into the Maryland of yesteryear. For collectors, historians, or anyone with a passion for American heritage, "Maryland" is an extraordinary artifact that enchants and educates in equal measure.
Cities and towns on this map
- Baltimore
- Annapolis
- Frederick
- Hagerstown
- Cumberland
- Salisbury
- Cambridge
- Easton
- Rockville
- Westminster
- Elkton
- La Plata
- Chestertown
Notable Features & Landmarks
- Chesapeake Bay is prominently illustrated and labeled.
- The Potomac River is depicted along the southern border of the state.
- The Atlantic Ocean is shown to the east of Maryland.
- The Mason-Dixon Line is marked, indicating the northern boundary with Pennsylvania.
- The Appalachian Mountains are illustrated in the western part of the state.
- Illustrations of agricultural activities, such as tobacco farming and poultry, are visible.
- Depictions of crabbing and oyster harvesting, reflecting Maryland’s seafood industry.
- Images of African American workers in agricultural settings, reflecting the demographics and labor practices of the era.
- Illustrations of sailing and boating activities on the Chesapeake Bay.
- Cartoon representations of local wildlife, such as ducks and fish.
- The map includes whimsical drawings of people in period clothing, engaging in various activities.
- The state’s counties are outlined and labeled.
- The Maryland state flag is illustrated.
- The map features decorative borders with additional small illustrations relevant to Maryland’s culture and history.
Historical and design context
- The map is titled "Maryland."
- Created in 1935 by Ruth Taylor White, a well-known illustrator famous for her colorful, whimsical pictorial maps.
- The map is part of a larger series of entertaining and fanciful pictorial or cartoon atlases of the United States, popular in the early 20th century.
- Published during a period when pictorial maps were used to both educate and amuse, often reflecting the culture and stereotypes of the era.
- The artistic style is cartoonish and playful, with rich colors and exaggerated features, typical of Ruth Taylor White’s work.
- The illustrations serve as both decoration and light-hearted commentary, providing insight into how Maryland was perceived in the 1930s.
- The map is historically significant as an example of how states were represented in popular culture during the early 20th century.
- Ruth Taylor White often collaborated with her husband, Frank Taylor, on these pictorial atlases, which were widely distributed in magazines and books.
- The map provides a unique visual record of Maryland’s identity and reputation during the 1930s.
Please double check the images to make sure that a specific town or place is shown on this map. You can also get in touch and ask us to check the map for you.
This map looks great at every size, but I always recommend going for a larger size if you have space. That way you can easily make out all of the details.
This map looks amazing at sizes all the way up to 50in (125cm). If you are looking for a larger map, please get in touch.
The model in the listing images is holding the 18x24in (45x60cm) version of this map.
The fifth listing image shows an example of my map personalisation service.
If you’re looking for something slightly different, check out my collection of the best old maps to see if something else catches your eye.
Please contact me to check if a certain location, landmark or feature is shown on this map.
This would make a wonderful birthday, Christmas, Father's Day, work leaving, anniversary or housewarming gift for someone from the areas covered by this map.
This map is available as a giclée print on acid free archival matte paper, or you can buy it framed. The frame is a nice, simple black frame that suits most aesthetics. Please get in touch if you'd like a different frame colour or material. My frames are glazed with super-clear museum-grade acrylic (perspex/acrylite), which is significantly less reflective than glass, safer, and will always arrive in perfect condition.
This map is also available as a float framed canvas, sometimes known as a shadow gap framed canvas or canvas floater. The map is printed on artist's cotton canvas and then stretched over a handmade box frame. We then "float" the canvas inside a wooden frame, which is available in a range of colours (black, dark brown, oak, antique gold and white). This is a wonderful way to present a map without glazing in front. See some examples of float framed canvas maps and explore the differences between my different finishes.
For something truly unique, this map is also available in "Unique 3D", our trademarked process that dramatically transforms the map so that it has a wonderful sense of depth. We combine the original map with detailed topography and elevation data, so that mountains and the terrain really "pop". For more info and examples of 3D maps, check my Unique 3D page.
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Utilizo acrílico super claro (perspex/acrylite) para el vidrio del marco. Es más ligero y seguro que el vidrio, y se ve mejor, ya que la reflectividad es menor.
Seis colores de marco estándar están disponibles de forma gratuita (negro, marrón oscuro, gris oscuro, roble, blanco y oro antiguo).El enmarcado y montaje/matizado personalizado está disponible si buscas algo diferente.
La mayoría de los mapas, arte e ilustraciones también están disponibles como un lienzo enmarcado. Utilizamos lienzo de algodón mate (no brillante), lo estiramos sobre un marco de madera de caja de origen sostenible, y luego 'flotamos' la pieza dentro de un marco de madera. El resultado final es bastante hermoso, y no hay cristal que se interponga.
Todos los marcos se proporcionan "listos para colgar", con una cuerda o soportes en la parte posterior. Los marcos muy grandes tendrán placas de colgar de alta resistencia y/o un listón de montaje. Si tienes alguna pregunta, por favor ponte en contacto.
Mira algunos ejemplos de mis mapas enmarcados y mapas en lienzo enmarcados.
Alternativamente, también puedo proporcionar mapas antiguos y obras de arte en lienzo, tablero de espuma, papel de algodón y otros materiales.
Si deseas enmarcar tu mapa o obra de arte tú mismo, por favor lee mi guía de tamaños primero.
Algunos de mis mapas antiguos ahora están disponibles como lienzos enmarcados. Por favor contáctame si deseas pedir un tamaño que no está disponible en mi tienda.
Los mapas antiguos en lienzo son una alternativa interesante a los mapas enmarcados convencionalmente. Dependiendo de tu gusto personal y la decoración de la habitación, los mapas en lienzo pueden "destacar" un poco más que un mapa enmarcado.
Mis mapas son reproducciones de mapas originales de altísima calidad.
Obtengo mapas originales y raros de bibliotecas, casas de subastas y colecciones privadas de todo el mundo, los restauro en mi taller de Londres y luego uso tintas e impresoras giclée especializadas para crear hermosos mapas que lucen incluso mejor que el original.
Mis mapas están impresos en papel de archivo mate (no brillante) sin ácido que se siente de muy alta calidad y casi como una tarjeta. En términos técnicos, el peso/grosor del papel es de 10 mil/200 g/m². Es perfecto para enmarcar.
Imprimo con tintas pigmentadas Epson ultrachrome giclée UV resistentes a la decoloración, algunas de las mejores tintas que puedes encontrar.
yo también puedo hacer mapas sobre lienzo, trapo de algodón y otros materiales exóticos.
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Personalización de mapas
Si está buscando el regalo perfecto de aniversario o inauguración de la casa, puedo personalizar su mapa para hacerlo verdaderamente único. Por ejemplo, puedo agregar un mensaje corto, resaltar una ubicación importante o agregar el escudo de armas de su familia.
Las opciones son casi infinitas. Por favor mira mi página de personalización de mapas para ver algunos maravillosos ejemplos de lo que es posible.
Para pedir un mapa personalizado, seleccione "personalizar su mapa" antes de agregarlo a su carrito.
Ponerse en contacto si buscas personalizaciones y personalizaciones más complejas.
Envejecimiento del mapa
A lo largo de los años, los clientes me han preguntado cientos de veces si podían comprar un mapa que se viera uniforme. más viejo.
Bueno, ahora puedes hacerlo seleccionando Envejecido antes de agregar un mapa a tu carrito.
Todas las fotografías de productos que ve en esta página muestran el mapa en su forma original. Así es como se ve el mapa hoy.
Si selecciona Envejecido, envejeceré su mapa a mano, usando un proceso especial y único desarrollado a través de años de estudiar mapas antiguos, hablar con investigadores para comprender la química del envejecimiento del papel y, por supuesto... ¡mucha práctica!
Si no estás seguro, quédate con el color original del mapa. Si quieres algo un poco más oscuro y más viejo buscando, opte por Envejecido.
Si no estás satisfecho con tu pedido por cualquier motivo, contáctame para un reembolso sin complicaciones.
Estoy muy seguro de que te gustará tu mapa restaurado o impresión artística. He estado haciendo esto desde 1984. Soy un vendedor de 5 estrellas en Etsy. He vendido decenas de miles de mapas e impresiones artísticas y tengo más de 4,000 reseñas reales de 5 estrellas.
Utilizo un proceso único para restaurar mapas y obras de arte que consume mucho tiempo y mano de obra. Encontrar los mapas e ilustraciones originales puede llevar meses. Utilizo tecnología de última generación y extremadamente cara para escanear y restaurarlos. Como resultado, garantizo que mis mapas y impresiones artísticas son superiores a los demás - por eso puedo ofrecer un reembolso sin complicaciones.
Casi todos mis mapas e impresiones artísticas se ven increíbles en tamaños grandes (200 cm, 6.5 pies+) y también puedo enmarcarlos y entregártelos a través de un servicio de mensajería especial de gran tamaño. Contáctame para discutir tus necesidades específicas.
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