• presentation of the map reproduction without a frame
  • detail of the map from the centre
  • detail of the map from the centre left
  • detail of the map from the top left corner
  • detail of the map from the bottom left corner
  • detail of the map from the top right corner
  • detail of the map from the bottom right corner
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Old map of the University of Pennsylvania, 1933

SKU:  194469

Old map of the University of Pennsylvania, 1933

€56,00 EUR
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In 1933, the University of Pennsylvania stood as a venerable bastion of higher education, steeped in a rich legacy that commenced with its founding in 1740, marking the inception of Pennsylvania's educational landscape.

Academically, the University of Pennsylvania commanded respect for its formidable programs. Offering a comprehensive array of undergraduate and graduate studies, it housed distinguished entities such as the esteemed Wharton School of Business, the venerable Penn Law School, the prestigious Perelman School of Medicine, and the innovative School of Engineering and Applied Science. The institution prided itself on a faculty distinguished by their scholarly achievements and groundbreaking research endeavors. 

The student cohort of 1933 epitomized diversity and academic prowess. With an enrollment of approximately 6,000 students, including a notable contingent of international scholars, the University of Pennsylvania fostered a community characterized by intellectual curiosity, scholarly dedication, and a shared aspiration for global impact.

Campus life thrived with vitality, offering a kaleidoscope of extracurricular engagements. Sports teams, fraternities and sororities, and student publications infused the campus with energy, complemented by a rich calendar of cultural events and performances.

Situated in the vibrant metropolis of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania—the fifth-largest city in the United States—the University of Pennsylvania's campus radiated architectural splendor. From the iconic College Hall to the stately Van Pelt Library and the distinguished Wharton School of Business Building, the campus bore testament to the institution's architectural grandeur.

Athletics formed an integral facet of campus dynamics, with the University of Pennsylvania's affiliation with the Ivy League underscoring the competitive spirit of its sports teams.

Post-1933, the University of Pennsylvania embarked on a trajectory of continued growth and distinction. Enrollment surged, bolstering its academic renown, while campus expansion underscored its commitment to excellence. Today, the University of Pennsylvania stands as a global beacon of academic excellence, embodying its enduring commitment to scholarship, innovation, and societal impact in the ever-evolving landscape of higher education.

Materials

Cotton canvas, matte photo paper, fine art paper, pigmented inks.

  • The canvas it's 99 % cotton, 450 gr/sqm;
  • The matte photo paper it's acid-free (archival paper), 190 gr/sqm;
  • The fine art photo paper it's satinated (semi-glossy), 140 gr/sqm.

Shipping & Returns

Dispatching time: 1-2 days.

* AirMail option: The orders will be sent by priority registered mail, usually via client National Post (USPS, Canada Post, Royal Mail, LaPoste, Deutsche Post, PostNL, etc). The delivery times are not guaranteed, sometimes it will take longer and these are beyond our control. Tracking number will be provided. Clients from US and Canada cannot track the parcels as the tracking numbers are not rolled in USPS and Canada Post systems.

* UPS standard: The orders will be sent with UPS expedited option. The delivery time it's between 5-11 days. Tracking number will be provided after dispatch.

* UPS express: : The orders will be sent with UPS express saver. The delivery time it's between 4-7 days. Tracking number will be provided after dispatch.

Framing tips

Both type of materials, paper and canvas prints come rolled and will be need to be taken to your local framers.

The image it's printed with a border of 0.6 " (1.5 cm), for framing purposes only.

If you have already a frame, be sure you send us the exact size of the print that will fit inside the frame. We're printing on vectorial plotters so the size could slightly be more or less with 0.4" (1 cm).

If you plan to have the canvas print stretched on wooden frame, you'll need additional border, so please let us know after placing the order.

The images above was cropped from the image at the biggest size available (keeping the best quality and aspect /ratio), so, for good details please choose biggest dimensions that will suit your preferences / space.

Care Instructions

The print media (canvas or photo paper) could be cleaned only with a dry, soft cloth.

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